Status: Active
Date issued: 13 March 2024
Issued by: Dr Clare Looker, Chief Health Officer
Issued to: Health professionals
Key messages
- In recent months, the number of mycoplasma infections in Victoria has increased.
- Mycoplasma pneumoniae is a common respiratory pathogen that typically causes mild respiratory symptoms however it can lead to severe pneumonia.
- Clinicians should consider the possibility of Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection in people presenting with pneumonia, particularly children and adolescents.
- If mycoplasma infection in suspected, send a PCR for atypical bacteria, and provide appropriate antimicrobial cover.
- Read the full advisory at: Increase in Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections in Victoria
