The STI is said to affect 500,000 Brits
Up to 85% of Brits have never heard of Mgen, yet it’s carried by half a million sexually active adults in the UK.
"It can be spread by both vaginal and anal sex, although transmission may occur even without penetration. Mgen is considered a ‘new’ STI. It was only discovered in 1981 and a reliable test for it only became available in 2017.” "Added to this, there are concerns that Mgen could become a ‘superbug’. This means the bacterium that causes it would become resistant to antibiotics, making it extremely difficult to treat. Already, we are seeing that Mgen is rapidly becoming resistant to the usual treatments."
How do I get tested for Mgen? If you’re displaying symptoms of Mgen or are worried you’ve slept with someone who may be infected, it is important to visit your local STI clinic or speak to your doctor so you can get tested. Testing for Mgen isn’t routine at STI clinics so they may only test for it if you present symptoms or if you’ve raised it as a concern.
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