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Yeast
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YeastA single-celled fungus that reproduces by budding and may lead to infections of the skin or other moist areas.
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Fungus
A group of organisms that includes yeasts, molds and mushrooms.
Skin
Skin is an organ of the integumentary system; which is composed of a layer of tissues that protect underlying muscles and organs. Skin is used for insulation, vitamin D production, sensation, and excretion (through sweat).
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Yeast infection
Common fungal infection of the vagina, characterized by itching, burning, or redness of the vaginal area.
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Yttrium
Radioactive isotope sometimes injected into a joint to effect a 'medical synovectomy'.
Yeast infection
Common fungal infection of the vagina, characterized by itching, burning, or redness of the vaginal area.
Y chromosome
The chromosome that determines male gender.
Ycleptance
The tendency to name and describe one's environment, and to seek explanation and predictability for events; one of the five universal exigencies of being human.
Youth
The period of development between puberty and maturity; adolescence.
Yeast
Yellow fever
An acute viral illness spread by mosquito bites. Characterized by fever and jaundice.
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Fungus
A group of organisms that includes yeasts, molds and mushrooms.
Skin
Skin is an organ of the integumentary system; which is composed of a layer of tissues that protect underlying muscles and organs. Skin is used for insulation, vitamin D production, sensation, and excretion (through sweat).
SIMILAR TERMS--------------------------------------
Yeast infection
Common fungal infection of the vagina, characterized by itching, burning, or redness of the vaginal area.
PREVIOUS AND NEXT TERMS--------------------------------------
Yttrium
Radioactive isotope sometimes injected into a joint to effect a 'medical synovectomy'.
Yeast infection
Common fungal infection of the vagina, characterized by itching, burning, or redness of the vaginal area.
Y chromosome
The chromosome that determines male gender.
Ycleptance
The tendency to name and describe one's environment, and to seek explanation and predictability for events; one of the five universal exigencies of being human.
Youth
The period of development between puberty and maturity; adolescence.
Yeast
Yellow fever
An acute viral illness spread by mosquito bites. Characterized by fever and jaundice.
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