Candidiasis is an infection caused by the over-growing of the fungus called Candida albicans. These fungus normally grows in the stomach but harmful if found in other parts of the body. This infection is also known as thrush or yeast infection.
Normally it is found in the human stomach as it aids in digestion. If it is found in some parts of the body, it could be a serious sign or symptom of the disease. These are the body parts where Candida albicans could be found:
1. In the male genitals specifically in the prepuce of the uncircumcised man.
2. In the vagina, this is called vaginitis or vaginal irritation.
3. Fold of the skin where diaper is placed, this is called diaper rash.
4. In the oral cavities, this is called oral thrush.
Yeast are normally found in the human body, but it becomes abnormal if it overgrows on a certain parts where it should not even be there. Most women experience yeast infection in their life as Candida albicans can be found on the vagina due to over productionof yeast. In pregnant mothers, the use of antibiotics and diabetes can be a cause of candida infection.
You will know if you have candida infection if...