A sore throat, loss of taste, and a burning tongue are telltale signs something is wrong. But the culprit might surprise you. These symptoms can be caused by candidiasis of the mouth—also known as ...

Thrush, or oral candidiasis, is a fungal infection in your mouth and throat. It is caused by an overgrowth of yeast called ...

Candida parapsilosis, or C. parapsilosis, is a yeast that’s common on the skin and often harmless. It also lives in soil and on the skin of other animals. A healthy immune system can prevent C.

Candida is a yeast, which is a type of fungus. Most people have Candida on their skin and in their mouths, throats, genital areas, and intestines. Usually, these small organisms are not harmful. An ...

Ever notice white patches on your tongue or redness in your mouth or throat? It could be oral thrush, a common fungal infection. These patches may feel sore and tender, and scraping them could ...

Several laboratory studies have shown that apple cider vinegar (ACV) has antifungal properties. This has led to speculation that ACV may be useful in treating Candida infections. Candida is a type of ...

Candida, the type of fungus responsible for vaginal yeast infections, can also cause male yeast infections (penile yeast infections). Some people will have no symptoms, while others develop Candida ...

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – Women may blame their husbands or boyfriends for headaches, tears and stress. But they can't be blamed for those nasty recurrent yeast infections, contrary to popular belief. A new ...

As a dietitian, patients come to me for a variety of reasons. Many have tried and failed to lose weight. Others hope to stave off hereditary chronic diseases. Some are simply looking for a healthier ...