is a common fungal infection caused by the overgrowth of yeast, specifically Candida albicans, in the vagina. "Usually, a woman's vagina has a balanced mix of bacteria and yeast, including Candida ...

Also known as vaginal candidiasis, an overgrowth of yeast is their most common cause — typically Candida albicans. Yeast infections cause irritation, discharge, and persistent itchiness of the ...

The yeast Candida albicans is the major pathogen causing human fungal infections. C. albicans is not amenable to functional genomic strategies used for other micro-organisms, because of mating ...

Vaginal yeast infection, also known as vaginal candidiasis, is a fungal infection that is primarily caused by Candida ...

Dr Mukudi describes candidiasis as a fungal infection caused by an overgrowth of the Candida albicans yeast species. While commonly affecting the vagina and vulva, it can manifest in various body ...

The most common cause of thrush is Candida albicans (yeast like fungus),” says Phadnis. “It occurs when the good bacteria in the vagina can’t keep the fungus (Candida albicans) under control ...