Low Awareness of Mycoplasma genitalium in Men Who Have Sex With Men in Sydney, Australia.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Rick VarmaAnna McNulty

Abstract

Mycoplasma genitalium (M. genitalium) is a sexually transmitted infection of importance because of the high prevalence rates and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) among men who have sex with men (MSM). A prospective cross-sectional analysis was carried out on MSM who presented rectally asymptomatic at a central Sydney sexual health clinic or a community site for routine testing. Between March and May 2017, participants were asked to complete a questionnaire before testing. We used multivariable logistic regression to identify factors associated with awareness and concern toward M. genitalium and AMR. Overall, 692 (92.5%) of 746 (95% confidence interval [CI], 90.7-94.5) MSM had no prior awareness of M. genitalium; 512 (68.6%) of 746 (95% CI, 65.2-72.0) were not concerned or were neutral about the infection; and 234 (31.4%) of 746 (95% CI, 28.0-34.8) were a little, somewhat, or very concerned. High partner numbers (adjusted odds ratio [AOR], 4.2; 95% CI, 2.1-8.2) and inconsistent condom users (AOR, 3.1; 95% CI, 1.2-8.2) and no condoms used (AOR, 3.9; 95% CI, 1.2-12.6) were associated with awareness of the infection. Time since arrival in Australia of more than 10 years (AOR, 1.73; 95% CI, 1.09-2.75), more than 12 months (AOR, 1.91; ...Continue Reading

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