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Ureaplasma and mycoplasma are microorganisms that can affect different parts of the body, depending on the strain. The genital tracts of both sexes can carry mycoplasma or ureaplasma. The following list gives some other information about the diseases:

 As many as 40 percent of women and men are carriers of bacteria called ureaplasma or mycoplasma.

 Some controversy exists about whether certain strains of ureaplasma and mycoplasma cause problems in getting pregnant; some studies show that they increase the incidence of miscarriage and/or problems with the embryo implanting in the uterus. This seems to be related to either partner having the infection, which is easily passed between partners.

 Scientific studies have failed to demonstrate statistically that either ureaplasma or mycoplasma reduces fertility.

As with other STDs, both partners are easily treated with a 14-day course of an antibiotic, such as doxycycline. Both partners must take the drug, or they’ll probably continue to reinfect each other.