Why Is Hyphal Morphology (As Opposed to a Unicellular Morphology)

Multiple Choice

Why is hyphal morphology (as opposed to a unicellular morphology) necessary for symptomatic vaginal candidiasis to develop?

A) The hyphal form causes hormonal changes in the patient which promotes dysbiosis.
B) The hyphal form is resistant to anti- fungal drugs.
C) The hyphal form displaces the normal bacterial residents of the vagina.
D) The hyphal form produces proteases that cause cellular damage which results in inflammation.
E) The hyphal form is easily sexually- transmitted.