Mycoplasma genitalium

Mycoplasma genitalium is a bacterial STI that can cause urethral and cervical inflammation. Targeted testing and treatment matter because antibiotic resistance is increasing.

• There are often no symptoms at all, although transmission is still possible.
• Urethral inflammation can cause burning when urinating, itching or clear to pus-like discharge from the penis.
• Contact a GP, the public health service (GGD) or an STI clinic for targeted testing instead of obtaining antibiotics yourself.
• Explain which body parts were involved in sex so the right samples are tested.
• Arrange an appointment for burning when urinating, discharge, bleeding after sex or notification from a partner with Mycoplasma genitalium.
• For urgent GP care outside office hours, call HAP 9252. Call Ambulance 912 only for an immediate threat to life.