Screening of sexually transmitted diseases (Mycoplasma hominis, Ureaplasma urealyticum and Chlamydia trachomatis) in young women
Bihari, A.
Orvosi Hetilap 138(13): 799-803
1997
ISSN/ISBN: 0030-6002 PMID: 9173376 Document Number: 268048
The author searched for sexually transmitted Ureaplasma urealyticum, Mycoplasma hominis and Chlamydia trachomatis infection among young females under 30. Out of the 400 women examined (including 86 primigravidas) 46 percent, and out of the pregnant women 52.3 percent proved to be colonized by one of the above pathogens. 11 percent carried Mycoplasma hominis, 44.75 percent Ureaplasma urealyticum and 7.75 percent Chlamydia trachomatis. Positivity was more frequent among those having several partners and those not using condoms regularly. The author thinks the pathogen infection rate found can be one of the main causes of urogenital inflammations, fertility problems and premature deliveries. Due to the earlier and earlier start of sexual lives, more effective sanitary/sexual education will be needed.