Cutaneous candidiasis or the yeast infection to the skin commonly affects the bodily and facial skin when the immune system is weakened, since in normal condition, the causative fungus—Candida albicans are residing harmlessly all over the body. Besides the weakened immune system, the abnormal growth of this fungus might be affected by the use of […]
Cutaneous candidiasis symptoms
The body hosts various bacteria, germs, and fungi which in normal amount should reside harmlessly all over its parts. However, there are some risk factors which make it is possible for this harmless bodily bacteria to overgrow, causing negative effects toward the affected body parts. Candida fungus is one of these microorganisms residing on the […]
Is cutaneous candidiasis contagious?
Cutaneous candidiasis is a skin infection also known as candidiasis. This infection is also often referred as yeast infection, an infection caused by a fungus called Candida albicans. These fungi normally reside harmlessly in the body, yet may cause infection when they grow uncontrollably. This is possible if you are taking antibiotics or having a […]