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Candidiasis
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Definition
: Infection with a fungus of the genus CANDIDA. It is usually a superficial infection of the moist areas of the body and is generally caused by CANDIDA ALBICANS. (Dorland, 27th ed)
CANDIDIASIS, INVASIVE and CANDIDEMIA are also available
Examples
Candidiasis, Chronic Mucocutaneous
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Candidiasis, Cutaneous
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Candidiasis, Invasive
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Candidiasis, Oral
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Candidiasis, Vulvovaginal
Other names
Moniliasis; Moniliases; Candidiases
Substance
CAS Registry & name
Categories
Source
Torulopsis
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*Candidiasis
Candida glabrata.
Systemic candidiasis
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*Candidiasis.