medical condition

What Causes Oropharyngeal Candidiasis?

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Definition. oropharyngeal candidiasis is an opportunistic mucosal infection caused, in most cases, by the fungus Candida albicans , but which can be caused by other species such as C glabrata, C tropicalis, and C krusei. What is the best treatment for oropharyngeal candidiasis? Candidiasis in the mouth, throat, or esophagus is usually treated with antifungal … Read more

What Can Cause Thrush In Adults?

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your skin is irritated or damaged. you’re taking antibiotics. you have poorly controlled diabetes. you have a weakened immune system (for example, because of HIV or chemotherapy) you’re having hormone replacement therapy (HRT) you’re pregnant. Is thrush a medical condition ? Oral thrush, also called oral candidiasis (kan-dih-DIE-uh-sis), is a condition in which the fungus … Read more