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

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

*Candida albicans*

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.

Candidiasis

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

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