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Candidosis is an infection caused by yeasts of the genus Candida. Superficial infections of the mucous membranes and skin are common, but deep invasive disease including fungal sepsis, endocarditis and meningitis may also occur.

Invasion of internal organs by Candida yeasts. Risk factors include acute leukemia, haematopoietic stem cell or solid organ transplantation, and acute critical illness. Candida species other than Candida albicans are commonly implicated.