Oral candidiasis
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Oral candidiasis
Definition
- Candidal infection of the oropharynx
Epidemiology
- Uncommon in immunocompetent patients
- Risk factors:
- Antibiotic use
- Diabetes mellitus
- Dentures
- Inhaled steroids
Treatment
- Nystatin swish-and-swallow