Ureaplasma urealyticum

Ureaplasma urealyticum (Uu) can be present in the genital or urinary tract in people who feel completely well.

Ureaplasma is a very small type of bacteria that can live in the genital and urinary tract. In many sexually active individuals, it may be present as part of the normal genital microbiome (colonization) without causing symptoms or health problems. Because it can be present without causing illness, the clinical significance of a positive result often depends on whether symptoms are present and more common causes of symptoms have been evaluated.

Ureaplasma urealyticum is related to Ureaplasma parvum. Both belong to the Ureaplasma genus and the Mycoplasmaceae family. Despite these similarities, these infections are different.

According to Bangkok Safe Clinic, Ureaplasma urealyticum infection is less common than Ureaplasma parvum.

• Ureaplasma parvum makes up 65% to 85% of positive Ureaplasma cases.
• In contrast, Ureaplasma urealyticum accounts for only 15% to 35% of cases.

However, Ureaplasma urealyticum is more likely to cause problems in the reproductive system.

As an STI, Ureaplasma spreads through unprotected vaginal, anal, and oral sex. This means using protection like condoms and dental dams is very important.

Also, a mother with an untreated Ureaplasma infection can pass it to her infant during childbirth.

Both men and women with a Ureaplasma infection can have symptoms. These problems tend to affect the reproductive and urinary systems.

Below are some common Ureaplasma urealyticum symptoms:

• Ureaplasma can cause pelvic pain
• Painful urination is possible among those with Ureaplasma urealyticum
• Ureaplasma can cause abnormal discharge or spotting
• A Ureaplasma diagnosis can also cause urethritis (swelling of the urethra)

Another Ureaplasma complication is possible infertility in men and women. According to Bangkok Safe Clinic, the following reproductive issues can occur:

• Women may experience pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), inflammation of the uterine lining, and tubal disease
• Men may experience lower sperm quality, including poorer sperm movement and shape

The Government of Canada also states that Ureaplasma can cause stillbirth or premature delivery. Ureaplasma urealyticum can also cause complications in infants, such as pneumonia.

Ureaplasma urealyticum testing can help determine whether you have this infection. You have two main options when you want to take a Ureaplasma screening test:

• A Ureaplasma lab test requires you to go to a clinic to provide a sample
• An at-home collection STD test for Ureaplasma, like the one from AllrangeKit

Many people select a Ureaplasma at-home collection STD test because it can offer greater privacy and comfort.

People order a Ureaplasma test from AllrangeKit so they can collect their sample at home.

These user-friendly steps can help you get the information you need about this STI:

• Buy your 13-in-1 at-home collection STD test with Ureaplasma testing.
• Provide a urine sample after waking up in the morning.
• Register for testing services and send your sample to a CLIA-certified lab.
• Review your test results in the AllrangeKit App.
• Reach out if you want to ask a clinician questions.

We strive to offer enhanced accuracy, so we partner with CLIA-certified labs that use advanced PCR Multiplex Testing. Additionally, we comply with HIPAA to protect your medical information.

At AllrangeKit, our at-home collection STD test can provide information about 13 different STIs, including Ureaplasma urealyticum. We aim to provide accurate, easy, and secure STD testing for an affordable price, because everyone deserves to learn about their sexual health.

We invite you to buy your AllrangeKit and take control of your health today. Our support team can also answer your questions about our at-home collection test.