Candida (yeast) infections often cause small bumps (papules), which sometimes contain pus.
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Yeast Infection (Candidiasis)  Information for adults

Picture of Yeast Infection (Candidiasis): This is a candida (yeast) infection of the skin folds of the abdomen. Divider line
This is a candida (yeast) infection of the skin folds of the abdomen.
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Who's At Risk
Various species of Candida yeast grow in over half of healthy adults.
  • Men and women are affected equally.
  • People with weakened (suppressed) immune systems, who use antibiotics, take cancer drugs or corticosteroids, or are diabetic are more likely to develop a yeast infection.
  • Older people are more likely to get thrush (oral candidiasis).
  • In women, yeast infection is the second most common cause of inflammation of the vagina (vaginitis).
  • Long-lasting (persistent) symptoms and yeast infection that does not heal may be the first sign of infection with HIV.
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Last Modified: 4 Aug 2009
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