What Happens When a Yeast Infection is Left Untreated?
For most women yeast infections are just an irritating part of life. It's something they break out with on a recurring basis and something they quickly grow proficient at treating. Most women don't think twice about whether or not they should treat their vaginal yeast infection. The condition is uncomfortable and the treatment simple.
Most women feel that they are treating the vaginal yeast infection because they are uncomfortable. They have been led to believe that the yeast infection is a nuisance but not harmful. There are some physicians that believe that if a yeast infection is left untreated the woman's over all health could be compromised.
The fungus responsible for most vaginal yeast infections is a fungus called Candida Albican. Candida Albican is a fungus that is commonly found in the gastrointestinal and lower bowel. They are small fungus that reproduce through a budding process, to the naked eye they bear a startling resemblance to cottage cheese. It isn't uncommon to find it inhabiting the vagina. The only time Candida Albican is a problem is when the conditions in its environment are such that it starts to grow and produce at an increased rate, when this happens a vaginal yeast infection is the result.
If the yeast infection is left untreated, some physicians believe that the Candida Albican will continue to reproduce at an alarming rate. When this happens it is called Candidiasis. They feel that if the vaginal yeast infection is left untreated that it will create an imbalance in the bodies natural bacterias and the person's immune system will become involved, in short the person will grow sicker and sicker. Some doctors feel that if the fungus continues to be ignored that it will start to infect other organs and tissue in the person's body. In really severe cases the fungus can actually lead to destruction of the mucous lining that separates the gastrointestinal from the bloodstream. When this lining is compromised dangerous toxins and allergens can gain access to the bloodstream.
Your body will warn you if your vaginal yeast infection is trying to mutate into something dangerous. These symptoms include; abdominal bloating, constipation, depression, anxiety, sore throat, mouth blisters, headaches, mood swings, mouth sores, blurred vision, sore throat, and eye floaters.
If you are suffering from Candidiasis there are several things that you can do to treat the condition and prevent it from spreading further. Get plenty of sleep, the body heals while you sleep. Avoid drinking alcohol and fruit juices. Don't eat starchy foods. Take antibiotics that are designed to treat fungal and yeast infections. Stay away from drugs that are immunosuppresive.
Some people are more prone to Candidiasis then others. Women who have had multiple pregnancies seem to be at a greater risk. People who seem to be particulary susceptible to Candidiasis are diabetics and people who are going through chemotherapy.
If you think that your vaginal yeast infection has worsened and turned into candidiasis, consult your physician immediately.
