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Candidiasis is a common infection that occurs in the mouth, vagina or nipples when there is an overgrowth in these areas of a particular fungal yeast, called Candida albicans. Other names for candidiasis include thrush, monilia or a yeast infection.
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Tick-borne encephalitis - Learn more
Tick-borne encephalitis (TBE) is a viral infection that is passed to humans by tiny, blood-sucking ticks found in areas stretching from Western Europe to Japan. It can result from a tick bite, or from drinking unpasteurised milk.
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Tinea - Learn more
Tinea, also known as ringworm, is a common skin infection with a characteristic ring-like appearance. It is caused by several types of fungus and can appear on different parts of the body including the scalp, chest, feet, groin, face, hands and nails. Tinea is very contagious but easily treated.
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Tinea versicolor - Learn more
Tinea versicolor is a fungal infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast that naturally exists on the skin. It mainly affects the trunk of the body and extremities. Tinea versicolor can’t be prevented, but antifungal agents may be used to manage yeast overgrowth.
