Candida

usgb/ˈkændɪdə/
noun

A type of fungus that can cause infections in the body.

Probiotics can help balance the amount of candida in the body.
Visual representation of "candida" - A type of fungus that can cause infections in the body

Often appears as...

  • candida infection
  • candida overgrowth

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Medical Condition

Use 'candida' to refer to a medical issue caused by fungi, often related to infections.

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After taking antibiotics, some people develop a candida issue due to imbalance.
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Not Always Harmful

'Candida' naturally occurs in the body without always causing problems; context matters.

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Healthy individuals have candida in their gut flora without any negative effects.
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Often Misunderstood

People often confuse 'candida' overgrowth with general tiredness or malaise, be specific.

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She thought her fatigue was due to candida, but it was actually vitamin deficiency.
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