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How long should i wait to test for mycoplasma genitalium? i tested neg. @31 days with urine and neg. again @ 4 months with naa swab. are these test pretty accurate?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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M. genitalium: Testing for M. genitalium should be done only if you have otherwise unexplained symptoms like vaginal discharge (or cervicitis diagnosed by a health professional) AND if standard antibiotic treatment hasn't helped (e.g. doxycycline and/or azithromycin). Testing is not recommended in people without genital symptoms.

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Answered 1/2/2021

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A member asked:

How long should i wait to test for mycoplasma genitalium? i tested neg. @31 days with urine and neg. again @ 4 months with naa swab. are these test pretty accurate?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

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