Candida albicans

Candida Albicans commonly known as a yeast infection has affected many people in our community and throughout this paper I will be discussing the affects it has on our community. There are different ways Candida Albicans can be transmitted, but at the same time there are also many ways it can be treated. There are signs and symptoms that may vary depending on which area of the body is affected. It is important that we treat this infection to avoid further complications such as recurring infection, which may be a sign of something more serious or damage to the organs. The species Candida or C. Albicans is the species belonging to the Genus Candida can have an effect on the immunocompromised population, such as HIV and AIDS patients. Cancer…

or inflammation of the vagina, and infections occur when there are too many of the bacteria and yeast that normally live in the vagina. If you have recurrent yeast infections, four or more within a year, you might need a maintenance plan and a longer treatment course. Why Do You Have Recurring Yeast Infections $ The Genetic Link Candida albicans is an opportunistic fungal pathogen, and it’s the fungus most responsible for vaginal yeast infections. The immune response in healthy individuals will…

responsibility of mentoring a high school student in the U of A WISEST program. Also, I attended: conferences, seminars, public talks, etc. which influenced me to pursue more research I was 1/5 chosen from applicants all over Canada. I applied to this program because I felt like I needed to mature and living independently in Toronto for 3 months did just that. I was able to experience not only great research, but a diverse environment. Research-wise, I worked on C. albicans, a microbe that…

Candidiasis Definition Candidiasis is a kind of yeast infection caused by the Candida albicans. The infection mainly affect vagina, and in some cases also cause mouth infection in patients taking antibiotics or those with reduced immunity. Even though Candidiasis is a recurrent disease, it is highly treatable and never leads to cancer. Types of Candidiasis Vaginal Candidiasis: While it is not a critical infection, it may cause discomfort and frustration amongst patients. Oral candidiasis: Also…

Vaginitis:Vaginal candidias Vaginal candidiasis is a type of vaginitis that is caused by the Candida species. It is not considered to be a sexually transmitted infection (Sobel, 2014). It is a systemic fungal infection caused by a result of decreased polymorphonuclear host defenses system (Sobel, 2014). When the vaginal environment is disturbed, normal flora in the vagina and skin resulting in fungal overgrowth (Sobel, 2014). Vaginal candidiasis is most common in females who are menstruating…

candidiasis. The human vagina is home to many fungal communities that play many roles in human health and disease. The vagina is a sensitive female reproductive organ that can experience many forms of infections including yeast infections, STDs, and toxic shock syndrome. Vaginal candidiasis is a common infection in the vaginal area of women caused by the Candida albicans fungus. Rosalinde Hurley and John de Louvois have done extensive research looking into the infection that occurs in about…

as gold standard on 3 types of oral cariogenic microorganisms (Streptococcus mutans, Lactobacilli and Candida albicans) 1- Streptococcus mutans: The results of this study showed that coconut oil had a statistically significant higher inhibitory effect on SM with decrease in number of CFU from 500 to 40 and 53.7 and percentage of reduction 92% and 89.3% at 2 and 24 hours contact period consecutively as shown in (tables (1 & 2) & fig. (1)) and (fig 2 A & B). Also, Nigella sativa oil…

This connection has been confirmed by a number of studies, the most significant of which are the construction of deletion mutants and the demonstration of their abridged adherence and virulence. The most recurrently occurring are infections caused by Candida spp. (candidiasis), and also by several other species, including, Aspergillus fumigatus, and dimorphic fungi causing endemic mycoses (e.g., Histoplasma capsulatum, Coccidioides immitis, Paracoccidioides brasiliensis, and Blastomyces…

only in their action and activity but also in their distribution and metabolization and excretion by the body. Antimicrobial medicines are normally grouped according to the microorganisims they act primarily against. Identification of the disease causing agent is essential for anti-microbial therapy . (Dasari Srilakshmi et al ; 2016 ) Tal sindoor has a broad spectrum anti–microbial activity against Gram positive, Gram negative bacteria and as well against fungi. Antimicrobial activity of the…

Here are some differential diagnoses for perineal itching and ways to determining the diagnosis. For example, Litmus testing for pH, wet mount from a pap smear, K hydroxide (KOH) preparation and whiff test, cultures for fungi and trichomonads can be used to determine if the diagnosis is Vaginitis, candida albicans (monilia); Vaginitis, Gardnerella/bacterial (mix); Vulvovaginitis, Fungal (Diagnosis of, n.d.). According to Neistein (2008), laboratory tests, clinical findings, signs, and symptoms…