Candidiasis

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Candidiasis is a fungal infection caused by yeasts, Candida albicans.

Types

  • Mouth or throat thrush or oropharyngeal candidiasis
  • Vaginal

Signs and symptoms of oropharyngeal candidiasis

-        White patches on the inner cheeks, tongue, roof of the               mouth, and throat

-        Redness or soreness, loss of taste

-        Cotton-like feeling in the mouth

-        Pain while eating or swallowing

-        Cracking and redness at the corners of the  mouth

signs and symptoms of vaginal candidiasis

-        Vaginal itching or soreness

-        Pain during sexual intercourse

-        Pain or discomfort when urinating

-        Abnormal vaginal discharge

 

For more information on candidiasis treatment refer to STI Chapter