Ureaplasma urealyticum physical examination

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Fatimo Biobaku M.B.B.S [2]

Overview

There is no physical examination finding that is specific or pathognomonic for Ureaplasma infection, and a laboratory diagnosis is required.

Physical Examination

There is no specific sign for Ureaplasma infection. The signs of neonatal infections associated with Ureaplasma species are similar to those caused by other microorganisms, and it can include some of the following nonspecific signs:^[1]

Vital signs

Temperature instability
Hypothermia
Fever

HEENT

Respiratory system

Increased apnea
Increased need for respiratory support and oxygen

Cardiovascular system

Gastrointestinal system

Abdominal distension
Feeding intolerance
Guaiac-positive stools

Musculoskeletal system

References

↑ Fanaroff AA, Korones SB, Wright LL, Verter J, Poland RL, Bauer CR; et al. (1998). “Incidence, presenting features, risk factors and significance of late onset septicemia in very low birth weight infants. The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Neonatal Research Network”. Pediatr Infect Dis J. 17 (7): 593–8. PMID 9686724.

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[pmid9686724-1] Fanaroff AA, Korones SB, Wright LL, Verter J, Poland RL, Bauer CR; et al. (1998). “Incidence, presenting features, risk factors and significance of late onset septicemia in very low birth weight infants. The National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Neonatal Research Network”. Pediatr Infect Dis J. 17 (7): 593–8. PMID 9686724.

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