Does mycoplasma infection cause fever?

Written by Han Shun Li
Pulmonology
Updated on September 02, 2024
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Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is not uncommon in clinical practice, often causing symptoms of bronchitis and bronchopneumonia. Common symptoms include fatigue, sore throat, cough, and fever. Thus, Mycoplasma infection can cause fever, which may last for two to three weeks. After Mycoplasma infection, there is no need to panic; in most cases, it can resolve even without medication. Medication can alleviate symptoms and shorten the duration of illness. Options include macrolides and fluoroquinolones, but these drugs should be used under the guidance of a physician.

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Mycoplasma infection cold symptoms

Mycoplasma infection can also cause cold symptoms, such as nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, headache, fever, muscle pain, coughing up phlegm, and difficulty breathing. Mycoplasma infections tend to have a long course, which can lead to persistent coughing that is difficult to resolve and requires examination. If it is confirmed that there is a mycoplasma pathogen in the body, it can be treated with macrolide antibiotics administered orally or intravenously to reduce inflammation. After a course of treatment, re-examination is necessary. Drinking more water and resting more are essential for recovery. Additionally, smoking and alcohol should be avoided.

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Is Mycoplasma infection in children contagious?

Is mycoplasma infection in children contagious? Mycoplasma infection is a type of respiratory pathogen. It is generally transmitted through coughing and sneezing, directly via the upper respiratory tract, and can be contagious through close contact at short distances. Therefore, mycoplasma is contagious and has infectious properties. However, it is not classified as a communicable disease and its infectiousness is relatively weak compared to others. It is mainly transmitted through the respiratory tract, and everyday activities such as drinking and eating do not spread the infection.

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Symptoms of mycoplasma infection

Mycoplasma infection is also relatively common in clinical practice. After infecting the human body, it can cause symptoms such as fever, fatigue, headache, sore throat, cough, and abdominal discomfort if it leads to mycoplasma pneumonia. If the infection affects the urogenital system, symptoms may include frequent urination, urgent urination, and painful urination. After such an infection, it is important to cooperate with a doctor for proper treatment to control the symptoms and achieve recovery soon.

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What is mycoplasma infection?

What is Mycoplasma Infection? Mycoplasma infection is a contagious disease caused by the infection of the human body by mycoplasma. Currently, the mycoplasmas known to be pathogenic to humans include Mycoplasma pneumoniae, Ureaplasma urealyticum, and Mycoplasma hominis. Clinically, Mycoplasma pneumoniae primarily causes mycoplasmal pneumonia, which is an acute upper respiratory tract infection. Ureaplasma urealyticum and Mycoplasma hominis can cause infections in the reproductive and urinary systems. Generally, the incubation period for mycoplasma infections is quite long, ranging from 2 to 3 weeks. Mycoplasmal pneumonia is more common in the winter. Genital mycoplasma infections are mainly transmitted through sexual contact. Newborns can become infected during childbirth through the mother's reproductive tract. In adults, the site of infection is the urethral mucosa in males and the cervix in females.

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Mycoplasma infection cough symptoms

After a mycoplasma infection in the human respiratory system, it can cause diseases such as pharyngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Coughing is a relatively obvious symptom after becoming ill. Under natural conditions, the coughing symptoms of pneumonia and mycoplasma pneumonia may continue for three to four weeks before gradually easing. However, if treated with medication, such as using macrolides or fluoroquinolones, the cough symptoms can generally be controlled within two to three weeks. Therefore, it is generally best to treat mycoplasma infections with medications, as this can shorten the duration of the illness, alleviate symptoms, and reduce the suffering of the patient. (Specific medication usage should be conducted under the guidance of a doctor.)