The Role of Biofilms in Candidemia and Disseminated Candida Infections
As a blogger, I've recently been diving into the world of biofilms and their role in candidemia and disseminated Candida infections. What I've discovered is that these biofilms, which are essentially communities of microorganisms, play a significant part in the persistence and resistance of Candida infections. One of the key challenges in treating these infections is that biofilms can protect the Candida cells from our immune system and antifungal treatments. This makes it incredibly difficult to eradicate the infection and contributes to its widespread occurrence. In conclusion, understanding the role of biofilms in candidemia and disseminated Candida infections is essential in order to develop more effective treatment strategies and improve patient outcomes.