Is Candida albicans an infection?

Is Candida albicans an infection?

Candida albicans is the type of yeast that lives in your body. I can overgrow and turn into an infection if the balance of healthy bacteria and yeast is disrupted. Candidiasis is the term used to describe an infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast (Candida). Common infections include vaginal yeast infection, diaper rash and thrush.