Mycoplasma pneumonia

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Erythema multiforme, circular lesions - hands	Erythema multiforme, target lesions on the palm	Erythema multiforme on the leg	Exfoliation following erythroderma
Lungs	Respiratory system

Antibiotics may be prescribed for more serious symptoms related to mycoplasma pneumonia. Home care includes rest and a high-protein diet with adequate fluids.

Most people recover completely even without antibiotics, although antibiotics may speed recovery. In untreated adults, cough and weakness can persist for up to a month.

• Skin rashes
• Ear infections
• Hemolytic anemia
• Severe pneumonia

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if symptoms of mycoplasma pneumonia occur. Also, call if you have been treated for this disorder and symptoms of complications develop.

Review Date: 07/28/2006
Reviewed By: Charlotte Grayson, MD, Private Practice specializing in Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease, Smyrna, GA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.