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yeasts
Single-celled nucleated fungi that produce enzymes capable of fermenting carbohydrates. The yeasts of chief medical interest are those of the Candida and Monilia species which cause THRUSH. Yeasts are rich in B vitamins.Collins Dictionary of Medicine © Robert M. Youngson 2004, 2005
Dermatophytes, yeasts, and nondermatophyte molds
Three types of fungi responsible for fungal infections of the nails.
Mentioned in: Onychomycosis
Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine. Copyright 2008 The Gale Group, Inc. All rights reserved.
Patient discussion about yeasts
Q. Yeast infection in bloodstream How to get rid of yeast infection systemically.
A. there are several treatments and medications against systemic fungal infections, yeasts included. but in order to get treated you have to go through a proper diagnosis and a Dr. should check what kind of fungus you are having and prescribe the medication that fits it. me throwing all sort of medication names won't give you anything. this has to be checked out with a blood test and a culture.
Q. yeast infection
A. Sorry, I posted this in the questions section by mistake - I thought I was doing an information search. I only just joined and I'm still getting used to this wonderful site. Many thanks for your quick response.
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