Candida is a group of parasitic fungi that resembles yeasts. It usually infects the human skin and results in a variety of diseases. The name ‘Candida’ refers to the white color of the organisms in culture. Infection caused by Candida is known as ‘Candidiasis’, ‘Candidosis’ or ‘Moniliasis’. Candida needs a living host to survive. It is present in the human GI tract from early infancy, where it lives without causing any disease most of the time. However, if the host's defenses are sacrificed, Candida can cause infection of the mucosa (the lining of the mouth, anus and genitals), the skin, and rarely, deep-seated infection. There are various kinds of Candida depending upon their nature and severity. It is possible to manage Candida by knowing clearly about it.
This will help you to live a Candid-infection free life.