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Candidiasis is the general term for opportunistic fungal infections caused by various species of Candida, primarily Candida albicans. Clinical manifestations range from superficial mucocutaneous infections to life-threatening systemic diseases. Infection typically occurs in individuals with compromised immune systems and can affect the mouth, esophagus, vagina, skin, lungs, or the systemic circulation. Candidiasis is also commonly known in the public as “thrush,” “moniliasis,” or “candidosis.” E