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Candidiasis Skin?
Cutaneous candidiasis is infection of the skin with candida fungus.
Alternative Names
Skin infection - fungal; Fungal infection - skin; Skin infection - yeast; Yeast infection - skin; Intertriginous candidiasis
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The body normally hosts a variety of microorganisms, including bacteria and fungi. Some of these are useful to the body, some produce no harm or benefit, and some can cause harmful infections.
Some fungal infections are...
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Candidiasis
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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