STD Clinic

Mycoplasma & Ureaplasma Testing in Seoul, Korea

Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma are very common bacteria, mostly spread through sex, that often cause no symptoms or only yellow discharge. They are a frequent cause of pelvic inflammation. About one week of antibiotics usually clears them, though they can recur, and partners are usually treated together.

The Clinic

Dami Women's Clinic

Dr. Ko Sang-hyun, OB/GYN
5F Ilex Tower, 375 Yeouidaebang-ro
Yeouido, Seoul · Saetgang Stn, Line 9

 

Hours

Mon, Wed, Thu — 9:30 to 19:00
Tue, Fri — 9:30 to 20:00
Sat — 9:30 to 15:00

Closed for lunch 13:00–14:00, the 2nd Saturday, Sundays and holidays.

 

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What are they?

Mycoplasma genitalium, Mycoplasma hominis and Ureaplasma are small bacteria found in the genital tract. They are mainly passed through sexual contact, but can sometimes be found without a clear source.

Symptoms

Many women have none. Others notice yellow discharge, mild burning or pelvic discomfort. Because these germs are a common cause of pelvic inflammatory disease, silent infection still matters.

Testing

All three are included in our STD panels and in the Dami Basic 2 checkup, using a PCR swab.

Treatment

About one week of antibiotics usually cures the infection, though recurrence is not unusual. Whether male partners must be treated is debated in medical guidelines, but because these bacteria are so common, treating both partners together is the usual practice in Korea. See male partner testing.

Reviewed by Dami Women's Clinic (다미산부인과의원), led by Dr. Ko Sang-hyun, OB/GYN. General information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency in Korea, call 119. Medical disclaimer