What medicine is used for mycoplasma infection?

Written by Li Jian Wu
Pulmonology
Updated on November 09, 2024
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Clinical treatment of mycoplasma infection primarily involves the selection of sensitive antimicrobial drugs to control the infection. A drug sensitivity test can be conducted to aid in drug selection, or one can choose macrolide antibiotics, or other drugs such as gentamicin or josamycin to control the infection. Additionally, symptomatic treatment should be provided. For instance, in cases of mycoplasma pneumonia caused by mycoplasma infection, medications that dilute sputum and relieve bronchial smooth muscle spasms should be used to alleviate symptoms such as coughing and difficulty breathing. Also, temperature should be monitored, increased fluid intake is recommended, and antipyretic drugs or physical cooling methods should be used if fever symptoms are present. (Please use medications under the guidance of a professional physician, and do not self-medicate.)

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What are the symptoms of mycoplasma infection?

Mycoplasma infection is relatively common in clinical settings. After infecting the lungs, mycoplasma often causes pneumonia and mycoplasma pneumonia. What symptoms appear? Common symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, and muscle pain. Some patients may also experience abdominal discomfort, such as diarrhea. If an X-ray is taken, it is possible to see patchy shadows of varying sizes in the lungs. After a mycoplasma infection, in most cases, it can improve even without medication. However, medication can shorten the course of the disease, alleviate symptoms, and reduce the patient's discomfort. Therefore, in general, medical treatment is advocated.

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Can mycoplasma infections heal on their own?

Mycoplasma infections generally do not heal on their own, and the likelihood of self-healing is very small, so it is advised that everyone pay attention to this. The treatment duration for mycoplasma infections is also relatively long, usually lasting four to six weeks. It is also recommended that during treatment, everyone should follow the doctor's instructions to take medications on time and in the correct dosage. Treatment should be systematic and standardized under a doctor's guidance to avoid prolonging the condition and worsening the situation. Additionally, it is advisable to take anti-mycoplasma medications under a doctor's guidance. During the treatment period, it is crucial to strictly obey the doctor's orders, exercise appropriately to enhance physical fitness, consume fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins to supplement vitamins, strengthen the immune system, and enhance the body's disease resistance to expedite recovery. Furthermore, if the symptoms are severe, treatment using intravenous infusion might also be considered.

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How is mycoplasma infection treated?

After Mycoplasma infects the human body, it often causes mycoplasma pneumonia, with symptoms such as fever and cough. Most cases of mycoplasma pneumonia infection are self-limiting, meaning many patients can recover without medication. If medication is used, macrolides or fluoroquinolones are typically chosen, with a treatment duration of about two to three weeks. Additionally, symptomatic treatment drugs can be used, such as antipyretic analgesics for fever and cough suppressants for cough.

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Characteristics of Cough Symptoms in Mycoplasma Infection

Mycoplasma infection cough is a prominent symptom characterized by an incubation period. Dry cough appears two to three days later, followed by episodes of coughing. Cough may be accompanied by a small amount of mucus, or viscous secretions, sometimes with streaks of blood. The cough generally lasts for a long time, persisting for one to two weeks, and if not well managed, it can continue for about a month. Severe cough can be treated symptomatically with asthma-relieving and cough-suppressing medications.

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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.)