candidiasis

/ˌkændɪdaɪˈɑːsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A fungal infection caused by yeast of the genus Candida, especially in the mucous membranes of the mouth, vagina, or skin.

“She developed candidiasis after taking antibiotics, which disrupted her body’s natural balance of good and bad bacteria.”

Synonyms

  • fungal infection
  • yeast infection

Antonyms

  • healthy condition