Many species of yeast that are common to us and are very useful for us in many ways. But there are some species that do not know and are harmful to us and cause disease. Candida albicans is a yeast that cause Candida yeast infections Candida or candidiasis in humans. Candidiasis may be superficial skin as candidiasis or vaginitis and can also be fatal at times. It's called candidemia. Usually limited to people with weakened immunity.

There are many types of Candida yeast infections. The most common infections are: Diaper candidiasis, oral candidiasis (thrush), Candida vulvovaginitis by Candida intertrigo, perianal candidiasis, interdigitalis Erosió blastomycetica, congenital cutaneous candidiasis, candida paronychia, angular cheilitis, chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis, systemic candidiasis candidly antibiotics candidiasis (thrush iatrogenic).

The main cause of infection with Candida yeast is the lack of immunity. These yeasts live naturally in our bodies, but can do no harm, because our immune system keeps them from doing so. But if the immune system is damaged as in the case of some serious diseases like AIDS, cancer and diabetes, or in case of pregnancy, which can overgrow and cause infection. Antibiotics also help an overgrowth of yeast. They kill other organisms, and let the yeasts Candida to live. So overgrow and cause infection.

Symptoms of infection with Candida yeast can vary in different types of infections. In the case of a yeast infection can be severe itching, burning and irritation, along with a download of a curd-white background. In the case of male candidiasis are red sores, intense itching and burning. If you are a person with a weakened immune system, and you are observing any of these symptoms should consult a doctor immediately.