Detection of Mycoplasma genitalium by RT-PCR at the Institute of Public Health, Serbia

Mycoplasma genitalium is an emerging sexually transmitted pathogen and an independent risk factor for female reproductive health. Infections can present with symptoms such as vaginal discharge, intermenstrual or post-coital bleeding, and dysuria. Associations between M. genitalium and both pelvic inflammatory disease and cervicitis have also been demonstrated. Clinical symptoms are often mild and easily overlooked. Considering …