Guidelines

Is yeast infection a bad thing?

Is yeast infection a bad thing?

Yeast infections can be uncomfortable, but they’re usually not serious. You may have itching or irritation in or around your vagina, as well as a thick, white discharge. In many cases, an antifungal treatment will clear up your symptoms.

Can you leave a yeast infection untreated?

Yeast infections generally get worse if left untreated. Depending on where on your body you have developed the infection, you may experience different symptoms and complications. Fortunately, most mild to moderate yeast infections are simple to cure.

Should I tell my partner I have a yeast infection?

“You should tell your partner that you need to refrain from sex until your yeast infection symptoms have cleared up.” Explain that common symptoms of yeast infection include: Pain during vaginal sex. Soreness in the vaginal area.

What is the fastest way to get rid of a yeast infection?

Prevention. The best way to treat a yeast infection?

  • Probiotics. A recent Italian study showed that inserting a probiotic tablet in your vagina nightly for seven nights,then every third night for three weeks and then once a week,…
  • Tea tree oil.

    • What happens if a yeast infection goes untreated?

    Untreated yeast infection is a very common problem that can lead to serious health complications. Many people that skip the yeast infection treatment, hoping that the yeast infection will go away on its own, end up with a long term yeast infection damage as a result of having untreated yeast infection for years.

    Does a yeast infection go away by itself?

    It is possible for yeast infections to go away on their own without treatment if the reason that caused the infection stopped to occur and your body is strong enough to heal the infection by itself.

    What are the long term effects of a yeast infection?

    A long-term yeast infection can result in a lowered immune system and increase the chance that the yeast infection can spread to other parts of the body. Some rare side effects of an untreated yeast infection include headaches, mood swings, mouth problems (thrush), fatigue, and gastrointestinal problems.