During a visit to her doctor, a woman pointed out a red rash that occurred just under her breasts.The doctor collected a scraping of the affected area, suspended the scrapings in potassium hydroxide, and then examined it microscopically.Upon viewing, she detected budding yeast cells and pseudohyphae.What is the most likely diagnosis?

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The presence of budding yeast cells and pseudohyphae is consistent with a yeast infection, specifically candidiasis. Candidiasis often presents as a rash in moist areas of the body, such as beneath the breasts, and is commonly diagnosed through microscopic examination of skin scrapings in potassium hydroxide.

During a Visit to Her Doctor, a Woman Pointed Out