Yeast is present in the skin and near mucous membranes. It helps keep neighboring bacteria in check. However, if too much yeast collects, candidiasis — more commonly known as a yeast infection ...

Cutaneous candidiasis: Intense red rashes in moist areas of the skin, like skin folds, armpits, or under the breasts, ...

However, Mitchell says it can also be associated with: Ocular (eye) lesions Skin lesions Muscle pain or soreness Multi-organ failure Since invasive candidiasis is very serious, it must be treated ...

Candida glabrata is a natural species of yeast that is part of the gut microbiome. It’s found on the skin and in the gastrointestinal tract. An overgrowth of the yeast may cause fungal ...

How do you know if you have a candida infection? Some obvious symptoms are thrush, cystitis and fundal infections of the skin and nails, but there are other symptoms too. This questionnaire from ...

C. auris can cause a range of infections from (skin) infections to more severe, life-threatening infections, such as bloodstream infections. Candida auris was first discovered in the U.S. in 2016 ...

There are new signs that a dangerous fungus is once again on the move. Candida auris is a type of yeast that can cause life-threatening illness.