What Happens if a Yeast Infection is left Untreated?

Yeast infection is mainly caused by overgrowth of Candida species of yeast. It can be on skin, vagina or inside mouth. Following are some of the types of yeast infections: 

• Oral thrush: Yeast infection inside mouth
• Vaginitis: It is vaginal yeast infection
• Tinea versicolor or intertrigo: When occur on skin surface

Initially there are only few symptoms of yeast infection. Some of them are as follows: 

• Pain
• Soreness 
• Thick, white discharge in case of vaginitis

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Consequences of Leaving a Yeast Infection Untreated

Leaving an untreated yeast infection means that you are expecting your immune system to take care of infection on its own. This will weaken your immune system. It is important to apply an antifungal cream to cure yeast infection. If the real cause is not detected then even treated yeast condition can get out of control. It is essential that yeast infections are taken care and treated well in time. An untreated yeast infection can get very bad. The very first thing that will happen is that the yeasts will keep on multiplying and the condition will certainly get worst. The infection could pass to the intestinal tract making discomfort and itching even worst. Previously present symptoms increase in intensity and you can experience the following symptoms:

• Memory loss and Loss of concentration
• Depression and mood swings
• Irritability
• Flu-Like Signs
• Diarrhoea
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• Bloating and gas
• Insomnia and short attention span
• Food Allergies
• Constipation
• Difficulty in intercourse with the partner

Beside this, it may happen that the infection that you leave untreated is not actually a yeast infection. Don’t ever make diagnosis on your suspicion; one must always consult doctor for correct diagnosis. If you leave an infection that is more severe than yeast infection can lead to serious consequences.

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What can cause yeast infection? 

Yeast infections are also known as candida. A certain amount of bacteria lives on the skin but excess of it can be harmful. However, there are certain environments where yeast infections are common to happen. Such infections can occur due to the following reasons: 

• Hot weather conditions
• Can happen to people who often wear tight clothes
• Those with a poor personal hygiene
• Change of undergarments in lesser numbers 
• Overweight girls 
• Those with a weak immunity system 
• Damp or wet clothing worn for a longer period of time

Some Helpful tips

Following are some tips that one can follow to prevent or cure yeast infections with ease. However, make sure to consult a doctor for proper medication: 

• Keep changing undergarments, swimsuits and even gym clothes to avoid yeast infections
• Changes socks and under clothes regularly
• In hot and humid conditions, try to wear lose fitting clothes 
• Ensure using gentle soap (bathing soap) without any scent for washing underpants and other undergarments
• Limit the intake of sugar in your diet 

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