Risks of Untreated Vaginal Infections

What actually happens if you don’t treat a vaginal infection? Vaginal infections like thrush or bacterial

vaginosis are really common, but ignoring them can make things worse.

When left untreated, symptoms can get more intense — irritation, discharge, and pain when you

pee or during sex. If the infection spreads upwards, it can cause pelvic inflammatory disease,

which affects the uterus and fallopian tubes. Over time, that can lead to

fertility problems and increase your risk of other infections. The good news is, most infections

are simple to treat once diagnosed. The sooner you act, the faster you heal. So if something

feels off, don’t wait — talk to your GP. Your health comes first.