Common yeast infection symptoms are thick, white or yellow discharge from the vagina, itching and inflammation of the vagina. 

Signs and Symptoms of Candidiasis

*Candida albicans* has many virulence factors like adhering to cells and forming biofilms. They can also create hydrolases such as proteases, which allow them to spread more quickly. 

Virulence Factors of *Candida albicans*

*Candida albicans* is the most common *Candida* species that can cause yeast infections. 

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Candidasis is also known as a yeast infection. It is an infection typically occurs in the vagina but is not considered a sexually transmitted disease. It is commonly caused by pregnancy, antibiotic therapy, or different transient microbes.

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