Ureaplasma Urealyticum Home Testing Kit

It is estimated that 70% of the sexually active opulation is infected with ureaplasma urealyticum.

Ureaplasma Urealyticum Explained

What is Ureaplasma Urealyticum?

Ureaplasma urealyticum is very contagious and is commonly found in the genital flora of sexually active individuals. Ureaplasma urealyticum often has no symptoms and a large percentage of infected people never experience any problems at all. However, if left undetected and untreated, ureaplasma urealyticum can cause infertility.

How common is Ureaplasma Urealyticum?

It is estimated that 70% of the sexually active population is infected with ureaplasma urealyticum and many of these people experience no problems. However, it can cause symptoms and further complications in some people. It is therefore advisable to be aware of your sexual health and seek STI screening if you have concerns.

How is Ureaplasma Urealyticum passed on?

Ureaplasma urealyticum is extremely contagious and is most often spread through unprotected sex. In extreme cases, you can become infected if you touch an infected person’s nose or eye secretions.

What are the complications of Ureaplasma Urealyticum?

Left untreated ureaplasma urealyticum can be associated with infertility, premature or still birth, non-specific urethritis, meningitis and pneumonia. If the infection is left untreated for several months, it can spread to other parts of the body and damage joints, nerves and muscles.

What are Ureaplasma Urealyticum Symptoms?

Ureaplasma urealyticum is asymptomatic (has no symptoms) in many cases and the majority of people with the infection do not even realise they have it. If symptoms are present they can include inflammation of the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the body), unusual genital discharge and pain during urination. Lower abdominal pain, urethral bleeding and inflammation around the area of the infection may also be experienced.

How long does it take for symptoms of Ureaplasma Urealyticum to appear?

Ureaplasma urealyticum will normally not show any symptoms and many people may not even know they have it. This is why safe sex and regular STI screening is so important.

What happens if Ureaplasma Urealyticum is left untreated?

Left untreated, ureaplasma urealyticum can lead to serious complications such as infertility, premature or still birth, non-specific urethritis, meningitis and pneumonia. If ureaplasma urealyticum is left untreated for several months, it can spread to other parts of the body and damage joints, nerves and muscles.

Can I be cured of Ureaplasma Urealyticum?

Ureaplasma urealyticum can be easily cured through a course of antibiotics.

If you suspect you have ureaplasma urealyticum or any other STI, don’t delay in getting tested.

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