Monday, January 11, 2010

Candida Albican Yeast Infection: A Serious Annoyance

By Bruno Smith

Many people are familiar with a yeast infection. Either they have experienced one, or have known someone with one. Most people do not realize that the common yeast infection, often caused by candida albican can actually be more than just irritation. A Candida Albican Yeast Infection can lead to infections of the vital organs if left untreated.

The human body is prepared to deal with Candida Albican Yeast. It has a natural occurring bacteria that attacks the yeast on a regular basis. People become ill when those bacteria are no longer present to eat the yeast. This can happen from many reasons. Impaired immune system, antibiotics, or an excessive amount of yeast in the body can all lead to an infection.

There are many symptoms of a candida albican yeast infection. For children, it may appear as a red, scaly diaper rash. In women it can affect the vagina causing discharge, burning and itching. In men, it can lead to an infection of the penis known as balanitis. The yeast can even affect the nails causing swelling and pus to develop on the fingers and toes.

Although these symptoms seem merely uncomfortable, it is important to realize that if left untreated it can travel to important organs elsewhere in the body. A symptom of an infection in the kidneys is blood in the urine. Yeast infecting the eyes can lead to blurred vision and pain. An infection in the heart can damage the valves and possibly cause murmurs. If the infection travels to the lungs, you will probably begin coughing up blood.

Most people are able to control the yeast in their bodies with naturally occurring bacteria. However when taking antibiotics or suffering from certain immune disorders, this natural defense is weakened. Many people, therefore, are prescribed anti-fungal medications to kills the infection.

A Candida Albican Yeast Infection can be a big deal but it does not have to be. If you think you have an infection, see a doctor and at minimum get a diagnosis so that you can prevent treatment. There is no reason to die from a highly treatable infection.

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