Yeast — of the species Saccharomyces cerevisiae Scientific classification Domain … Wikipedia
yeast infection — noun : an infection of the female genital tract by a yeast of the genus Candida (C. albicans) and characterized by vaginal discharge and inflammation ; broadly : an infection (as thrush) caused by a yeast fungus * * * noun, pl ⋯ tions [count] US… … Useful english dictionary
yeast infection — n. any of a number of infections caused by certain yeasts, esp. candidiasis of the mucous membranes of the vagina * * * … Universalium
yeast infection — n. any of a number of infections caused by certain yeasts, esp. candidiasis of the mucous membranes of the vagina … English World dictionary
Yeast diaper rash — Infection in the diaper area caused by a yeast formerly called Monilia and now called Candida. These organisms are part of the germs normally found in various parts of the body and ordinarily do not cause any symptoms. Certain conditions, such as … Medical dictionary
yeast infection — yeast in.fection n an infectious condition that affects the ↑vagina in women = ↑thrush … Dictionary of contemporary English
Yeast vulvitis — A yeast infection of the external genital organs of the female (the vulva). The vulva includes the labia, clitoris, and the entrance (the vestibule ) to the vagina. Yeast vulvitis commonly goes together with yeast vaginitis, infection of the… … Medical dictionary
Yeast infection — Overgrowth of yeast can affect the skin (yeast rash), mouth (thrush), digestive tract, esophagus, vagina (vaginitis), and other parts of the body. Yeast infections occur most frequently in moist areas of the body. Although Candida albicans and… … Medical dictionary
Yeast — A group of single celled fungi that reproduce by budding. Most yeast are harmless (some are used in baking and brewing). Yeast is commonly present on normal human skin and in areas of moisture, such as the mouth and vagina, usually without… … Medical dictionary
infection — noun ADJECTIVE ▪ nasty, serious, severe ▪ mild, minor, moderate ▪ acute, chronic ▪ … Collocations dictionary
