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candidaAny of the parasitic imperfect fungi (see fungus) that make up the genus Candida, which resemble yeasts and occur especially in the mouth, vagina, and intestinal tract. Though usually benign, candidas can become pathogenic, causing diseases including candidiasis and thrush. Candida [′kan·də·də] (mycology) A genus of yeastlike, pathogenic imperfect fungi that produce very small mycelia. Candida ever faithful to husband. [Br. Lit.: Candida] See : Faithfulness How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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She is currently assisting in testing Candida albicans effects on gingival tissue. A retrospective survey of candidemia in Australian hospitals from 1995 to 1998 showed an increase in the annual incidence of infection and a decrease in the proportion caused by Candida albicans (14). Then the mice are fed Candida albicans, a yeast that commonly lives in people. |
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