STD Clinic

Is Ureaplasma a sexually transmitted infection? STD clinic in Seoul, Korea

The short answer

Ureaplasma is mainly passed through sexual contact, but it is also found in many sexually active people without causing problems, and sometimes without a clear source. Whether to treat depends on symptoms and circumstances. In Korea it is commonly treated with about a week of antibiotics, along with the partner.

Ureaplasma is one of the most frequently detected organisms in STD panels. Its role in disease is debated: it can cause urethritis, discharge and pelvic inflammation, but it is also common in people with no symptoms.

What we consider

  • Your symptoms, such as discharge, burning or pelvic pain
  • Pregnancy plans
  • Other infections found at the same time

Your doctor will explain whether treatment is recommended for you, and whether your partner should be treated too.

Answered by Dami Women's Clinic (다미산부인과의원), Yeouido, Seoul · Dr. Ko Sang-hyun, OB/GYN. General information, not a diagnosis. Emergencies in Korea: call 119. Medical disclaimer · International Patient Center