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yeast infection

A term often used in reference to vulvovaginal candidiasis, but could refer to any yeast infection. Etiology: - Candida (major yeast infecting humans) - Malassezia causes pityriasis versicolor [2] Laboratory: - see ARUP consult [1]

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yeast

Specific

candidiasis

General

mycosis; fungal infection

References

  1. ARUP Consult: Yeast-Associated Infections The Physician's Guide to Laboratory Test Selection & Interpretation https://arupconsult.com/content/yeast-associated-infections
  2. Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 19 Board Basics. An Enhancement to MKSAP19. American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 2022