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* [[Candida|Candidal]] infection of the oropharynx
= Oral candidiasis =

== Definition ==

* [[Candida.md|Candidal]] infection of the oropharynx


== Epidemiology ==
== Epidemiology ==
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== Treatment ==
== Treatment ==


* Nystatin swish-and-swallow
* [[Nystatin]] 400,000-600,000 units swish and swallow four times daily
* [[/idwiki.org/Fluconazole|Fluconazole]] 100 mg po daily for 7 to 14 days (can use a 200 mg load initially)
* Other azoles likely effective (for example, [[itraconazole]], [[posaconazole]], [[voriconazole]])

[[Category:Head and neck infections]]
[[Category:Yeasts]]

Latest revision as of 20:05, 9 June 2025

Epidemiology

  • Uncommon in immunocompetent patients
  • Risk factors:
    • Antibiotic use
    • Diabetes mellitus
    • Dentures
    • Inhaled steroids

Treatment