The disease is caused by any of the Candida species of yeast.

Pregnancy increases the risk for vaginal colonization with Candida species.

Almost 15% of people with weakened immune systems develop a systemic illness caused by Candida species.

Candida species are frequently part of the human body's normal oral and intestinal flora.

It is known that Candida species thrive in altered tissues.

In about 90% of cases, Candida species are involved.

Over time, this plaque may be colonized by Candida species.

Women aged 45 years and older in our study were more likely to be colonized with Candida species.

Fungal abscess, most often due to Candida species, accounts for less than 10% of cases.