Virulence Factors of Candida albicans

*Candida albicans* and other yeasts in the genus Candida can cause skin infections referred to as cutaneous candidiasis.

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Candidiasis are sometimes responsible for intertrigo, a general term for a rash that occurs in a skin fold, or other localized rashes on the skin, yeast infection, and thrush. Candida can also infect the nails, causing them to become yellow and harden.

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*Candida albicans*

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

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