What is Mycoplasma pneumoniae afraid of?

Written by Yuan Qing
Pulmonology
Updated on September 05, 2024
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Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a relatively special microorganism, situated between bacteria and viruses. It is smaller than bacteria but larger than viruses. This type of mycoplasma can grow within bacterial cells through a filter. In such cases, clinically, we generally use specific medications to treat Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Typically, for respiratory infections caused by mycoplasma, we use macrolides or quinolones; for urinary tract infections, quinolones are usually the preferred treatment. Therefore, the medication choice should be based on the location of the infection. (Specific medications should be used under the guidance of a physician.)

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What is Mycoplasma pneumoniae afraid of?

Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a relatively special microorganism, situated between bacteria and viruses. It is smaller than bacteria but larger than viruses. This type of mycoplasma can grow within bacterial cells through a filter. In such cases, clinically, we generally use specific medications to treat Mycoplasma pneumoniae. Typically, for respiratory infections caused by mycoplasma, we use macrolides or quinolones; for urinary tract infections, quinolones are usually the preferred treatment. Therefore, the medication choice should be based on the location of the infection. (Specific medications should be used under the guidance of a physician.)

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Is Mycoplasma pneumoniae contagious?

Mycoplasma pneumoniae is infectious. In fact, we need to understand what Mycoplasma pneumoniae is: it is a relatively small microorganism that can live independently, positioned between bacteria and viruses. Mycoplasma pneumoniae is spread through the respiratory tract—normal people can become infected by inhaling secretions expelled through coughing, sneezing, laughing, or talking loudly by someone who has Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia. Transmission mainly occurs via the respiratory route. Clinically, it is common to find sequential or simultaneous occurrences of Mycoplasma pneumoniae among inhabitants of a dormitory or members of a household. Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia is widespread globally, and most cases are sporadic, with regional outbreaks happening approximately every three to six years. These outbreaks can last for a long time, sometimes over a year.

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How many days of fever does Mycoplasma pneumoniae cause?

Mycoplasma pneumonia generally causes fever, but the duration of the fever varies depending on the patient's physical constitution and the severity of the illness. If the patient has a strong constitution and good resistance, the fever might improve within two to three days. However, if the patient has a weaker constitution and lower resistance, the fever might persist for four to five days, which should be noted. If mycoplasma infection is confirmed, treatment should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor with medications targeting mycoplasma. It is also important to maintain a light diet, avoiding spicy, greasy, cold, and irritating foods, ensure adequate sleep, and enhance resistance. Regular exercise can also help strengthen the body and promote recovery from the disease.

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Mycoplasma pneumoniae can cause

Mycoplasma pneumoniae can cause mycoplasma pneumonia, which refers to the acute inflammatory changes in the respiratory tract and lungs caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae. At the same time, there can be pharyngitis, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Mycoplasma pneumonia accounts for more than one-third of non-bacterial pneumonia, or 10% of pneumonia caused by various reasons. Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia is more prevalent in the autumn and winter seasons, but the seasonal differences are not significant. After being infected with mycoplasma pneumonia, the first symptom may be fatigue, sore throat, and headache, followed by paroxysmal coughing, fever, loss of appetite, and some people may experience diarrhea, muscle pain, ear pain, etc. Most cases of Mycoplasma pneumoniae pneumonia can be cured, but a small number of people may worsen, requiring medical treatment.

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Is severe Mycoplasma pneumonia strongly positive?

Is Mycoplasma pneumoniae IgM strong, serious? It should be decided based on individual constitution and the duration of illness. It is a common clinical pathogen and generally not considered a severe disease. With timely and appropriate treatment, it generally takes about one to two weeks to fully recover to normal. Therefore, after being diagnosed, it is important to have a correct understanding, avoid excessive mental and psychological stress, follow the treatment course and doctor's advice, choose appropriate and sensitive antibacterial drugs to eliminate the pathogen, and re-examine one week after stopping the medication to determine if the disease has fully recovered.