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Ureaplasma:
• Ureaplasma is a genus of bacter ia that can cause sexually transmitted infections in the urogenital tract.
• The most common species associated with STIs are Ureaplasma urealyticum and Ureaplasma parvum.
• Infections can lead to urethritis, pelvic inflammatory disease, and even infertility. Symptoms may be mild or absent, making it crucial to screen for these bacteria in sexually active individuals.
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