Many fungal infections are treatable and so is invasive candidiasis. With this condition, the fungal infection enters the bloodstream which can have devastating consequences. If left untreated, the condition can spread to vital organs, causing organ failure or even death. Taking immediate action is therefore crucial for people suffering from invasive candidiasis.
What Is Invasive Candidiasis?
Unlike most localized fungal infections like Candida albicans or oral/vaginal thrush, invasive candidiasis can be life-threatening. With this condition, the fungal infection enters the bloodstream and travels to the brain, heart, bones, eyes, and so on. In short, it enters the entire body.
Who Is at Risk?
People only tend to contract this deadly fungal infection in a hospital or care facility, or if their immune system is already weak. They may already be ill, which makes them more susceptible.
In some cases, physicians prescribe preventative anti-fungal medication to people at risk of contracting this infection. They may do so before someone is to undergo a medical procedure at hospital.
What Are the Symptoms?
It can be difficult to diagnose this condition as people who suffer from it, are often already sick with another condition. Fever and chills that do not subside by taking antibiotics are the most common symptoms. If the infection spreads to other parts of the body, symptoms can occur there too.
Time is of the essence when it comes to diagnosing this fungal infection. That’s because failure to do so may lead to death.
Treatment
Physicians administer intravenous or oral anti-fungal medication. Here, the length of the treatment depends on the severity of the condition.
Final Thoughts
Invasive candidiasis is a potentially life-threatening fungal infection. If you’re to go to hospital for treatment or a procedure, we would advise you to discuss preventative measures with your doctor.
Generally, healthy individuals are less likely to suffer from this condition.
