Last week, we crossed an exciting milestone here at the Reproductive Health Hotline: Answering our 100th call! Since our launch this summer, call volume has been growing steadily, and we are pleased to have surpassed the triple-digit mark.
The topic of our 100th call was on Mycoplasma genitalium, sometimes known as “Mgen."
What is Mgen?
Mgen is a lesser-known sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is often asymptomatic, but can also be a potential source for cervicitis, urethritis, or potentially pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).
How Should I Manage Mgen?
Mgen should always be tested for when a patient is experiencing recurrent or refractory symptoms, either through urine or a vaginal swab.
Because Mgen often demonstrates macrolide resistance, treatment is a two-step process: The sequential use of doxycycline first to decrease bacterial load, followed by moxifloxacin for a >90% success rate.
Resources
A few good resources to learn more about Mgen include the CDC Treatment Guidelines or the…