Candida auris, or C. auris, is so concerning because it is often resistant to anti-fungal drugs, making it hard to treat infections. It can also be hard to identify with standard lab tests, making it even more difficult to treat properly and early.

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Illustration about 3d rendered medically accurate illustration of candida albicans. Illustration of candida, nucleus, human - 127854546

Candida and candidiasis have been pop phrases in the natural health space for at least a couple of decades.

Candida albicans yeast and hyphae, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Great yeast, bud scars and pseudohyphae.

Everyone has Candida albicans, but it becomes a problem if it grows out of control. There are Candida albicans infections of the gut, skin, and nails.

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