10 Common STDs You Should Know About

6. Mycoplasma Genitalium

Although many people have never heard of mycoplasma genitalium, the STD is quickly surpassing gonorrhea in prevalence, especially in teenagers. Also referred to as MG, this bacterial infection can cause cervicitis (inflammation of the cervix) in women. The problem with this STD is that there is no FDA-approved diagnostic test, although the doctor may recommend a nucleic acid amplification test (NAAT) if he or she suspected the infection. Mycoplasma genitalium is treated with antibiotics. Left untreated, the infection can cause pelvic inflammatory disease in women, which can make it difficult to get pregnant.