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Candida: What Is, Tests, and Treatment

What Is Candida?

Candida is a parasitic fungus colonizing the human body. Candida fungi, or yeast, do not usually cause symptoms or discomfort when the immune system functions optimally. However, during periods of immune system weakness and body vulnerability, this fungus may proliferate excessively, leading to a disturbance in the body’s microbiological balance and the emergence of a range of ailments collectively referred to as candidiasis or candidiasis-related conditions.

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