What is Candidiasis (yeast infection)?

Yeast infections is another name for fungal infections caused by any of the Candida species. Candida albicans is the most common. These infections may be localized to a specific area such as the mouth or genital areas or may be systemic (throughout the body).

What do patients take to treat Candidiasis and its symptoms?

Treatments reported by members Perceived effectiveness Overall rating of side effects # of Evaluations
(Diflucan)
12

These charts show data from Candidiasis patients' latest treatment evaluations

Who has Candidiasis at PatientsLikeMe?

<20 20s 30s 40s 50s 60s 70+
Current Age
Distribution of females vs. males
Gender
85% Females
15% Males
Age at first symptom
Age at first symptom # of patients Proportion
0-19 years 23
20-29 years 21
30-39 years 13
40-49 years 9
50-59 years 7
60-69 years 1
70+ years 0
Diagnosis status
Diagnosis status # of patients Proportion
Diagnosed 82
Not Diagnosed 15

These charts show data from Candidiasis patients who have completed their condition history