Definitions for "Ureaplasma"
A genus of bacteria found in the genital which can cause infections.
A genus of bacteria found in the human genitourinary tract, occasionally in the pharynx and rectum. In males, they are associated with nongonococcal urethritis (NGU) and prostatitis; in females, with genitourinary tract infections and reproductive failure.
A commonly found bacteria that may present a fertility problem for some couples. These bacteria may be present without any symptoms. In some women, presence of the bacteria may result in tubal scarring. To determine if this bacteria is present, a culture is done of the woman's cervical mucus or the man's semen secretions.
A microorganism that occurs in the reproductive tracts of males and females, and might interfere with sperm transport and/or embryo implantation. It might also be responsible for early miscarriages.
a microorganism similar to mycoplasma
the smallest known member of the mycoplasma family.