candidiasis
2 synonyms for candidiasis, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A fungal infection caused by yeasts of the genus Candida.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
moniliasis
thrush
How to use candidiasis
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
oral candidiasis
vaginal candidiasis
treat candidiasis
recurrent candidiasis
This is a clinical term; thrush is a near-synonym, but only for the oral or vaginal forms of the infection, not for candidiasis generally.
Etymology
Formed by adding the suffix -iasis, meaning a diseased condition, to Candida, the name of the fungal genus responsible for the infection.
Full origin of candidiasis →Frequently asked questions
What is candidiasis?
It is an infection caused by an overgrowth of Candida yeast on the skin or mucous membranes. It is commonly known as thrush when it affects the mouth or vagina.
Where does candidiasis occur?
It can affect the skin as well as mucous membranes such as the mouth and vagina, which is why it takes several different forms.
How is candidiasis treated?
It is typically treated with antifungal medication, applied as a cream, tablet or lozenge depending on where the infection is.
