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What causes candidiasis?

Candidiasis is a fungal infection that occurs when there is an overgrowth of a micro-organism called Candida albicans. Although this organism is always present in the body, in the mouth and the vagina, there are some factors that cause it to overgrow and lead to development of candidiasis.

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Author: Dr Nikki Wallis PhD, BSc
First answered: 22 Nov 2014
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
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Category: Vaginal itching

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