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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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* Nystatin swish-and-swallow
* Nystatin swish-and-swallow

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

Latest revision as of 19:35, 15 August 2019

Epidemiology

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

Treatment

  • Nystatin swish-and-swallow