Women’s Health: The Silent Impact of Mycoplasma Genitalium

Could unexplained pelvic discomfort be more serious than it seems?

Many women in the UK experience subtle changes—strange vaginal discharge, mild pelvic pain, or spotting between periods—but brush them off as minor or hormonal. However, a little-known infection called Mycoplasma genitalium could be the underlying cause.

What does Mycoplasma genitalium mean for your health?

This unique bacterium is a recognised sexually transmitted infection (NHS: Mycoplasma genitalium) that often goes undiagnosed because symptoms are mild or non-specific. In women, it can silently travel to the upper reproductive tract and lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which can cause complications such as chronic pelvic pain or difficulty conceiving.

Recognising the symptoms

• Unusual vaginal discharge
• Discomfort or pain during intercourse
• Pain when urinating
• Bleeding between periods
• Lower abdominal pain
• Sometimes, no symptoms at all

Even if you feel well, undiagnosed infections can persist for months or years, quietly affecting your reproductive health.

Accessible, accurate home testing

At Mayfield Clinic, we offer a Mycoplasma genitalium PCR Self-Collection Test Kit, available UK-wide. Using a self-collected vaginal swab, the test is easy to complete at home, and our high-sensitivity PCR technology ensures you get reliable results within 2 days.

• No GP referral needed
• Confidential delivery and results
• Professional guidance available if you test positive

What else can you do?

• Use condoms consistently to lower infection risks
• Get regular sexual health check-ups
• Encourage partners to test and treat, if needed

Ready to take control?

Don’t let silent infections go undetected. Order your home test kit today or see a GP in person at Mayfield Clinic. Your future health could depend on early detection!