noun
- a type of yeast fungus that can cause infections in humans, especially thrush
Usage: medical
Examples
- The doctor diagnosed her with a candida infection.
- Candida naturally occurs in the human body but can overgrow.
- Antibiotics sometimes lead to candida overgrowth.
- The lab test confirmed the presence of candida.
- Certain medications can help control candida infections.
- A weakened immune system may allow candida to flourish.