Whats the scientific name for the pathogen candidiasis?

Of vulvovaginal candidiasis cases, 70-90% are caused by Candida albicans, while the remainder of infections are caused by C glabrata and C tropicalis.

Candida albicans is the most common Candida associated with clinical disease

candida albicans, a FUNGUS

you know, occuring in the mouth it is also known as "thrush?" it often ocurs as a "superinfection" following the use of broad-spectrum systemic antibiotics. common in newborns who pick it up from their mother's birth canal.

occuring in the vagina and vulva again with systemic anticiotic therapy and in women with diabetes mellitus.
PURCHASE CLOTRIMAZOLE (LOTRIMIN, MYCELEX) or MICONAZOLE (MONISTAT)

may occur in skin folds or areas where two skin surfaces are in contact like the groin, pendulous breasts.
PURCHASE NYSTATIN (MYCOSTATIN)

you know, sometimes it is a symptom of a depressed immune system? hope not to scare the begeezies out of you but since you did not divulge your reason for asking, i'm going to go ahead with this info. candida albicans is found in the HIV patient.

you know, if you have white plaque-things on your tongue that they WILL NOT brush off [with toothpaste in brushing of teeth]

may occur with antibiotic, antineoplastic and cortosteroid drug therapy. systemic candidias also occurs in patients receiving parenteral nutrition and in those with burn wounds

candida may cause endocarditis after inserion of a prosthetic heart valve.

Vaginal candidiasis is common during pregnancy and in women who take oral contraceptives.

take drugs as prescribed.
seek medical attention for severe adverse reactions to drugs
with skin lesions, wash hands often, do not share towels, hair brushes, or other personal items

a lot of stuff is over-the-counter these day in a lesser potent strength. go to the pharmacy and ask for what in caps above, if it applies.

definitely go for HIV testing if you have thrush or candida of the nails