Mycoplasma genitalium is now recognised as a significant STI. Standard antibiotics often fail. Get tested with resistance profiling.
Mycoplasma genitalium (Mgen) is an emerging sexually transmitted bacterium that causes urethritis in men and cervicitis/PID in women. It's particularly concerning because of high rates of antibiotic resistance - standard azithromycin often fails in up to 50% of cases. Our testing includes resistance marker detection to help guide appropriate management.
Detailed clinical history
Urine sample or swab collection
PCR detection of Mycoplasma genitalium
Macrolide resistance marker testing
Results in 2 days
Mgen has developed high resistance to azithromycin, the antibiotic traditionally used for STIs. Up to 50% of UK strains are resistant. Resistance marker testing helps guide appropriate treatment.
Untreated Mgen can cause persistent urethritis in men and PID in women, potentially affecting fertility. It also increases HIV transmission risk. With correct treatment guided by resistance testing, it's curable.
Mgen is sexually transmitted through genital contact. It can be passed through vaginal, anal, and possibly oral sex. Using condoms significantly reduces transmission risk.
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