A type of yeast that is normally present in small amounts in the mouth (and other areas of the body). It is usually controlled by the bacteria in your mouth and causes no harm. If something, such as radiotherapy or chemotherapy, disrupts the balance it can grow unchecked and become a fungal infection, such as oral thrush.
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