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Characterization of Candida Species in Diabetic Patients' Oral Cavity

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What is the main focus of the research proposal submitted to the Council of the Erbil Technical Health and Medical College?

Characterization of Candida Species in the Oral Cavity of Diabetic Patients

How many species are currently within the genus Candida?

200

What is the most common cause of oral candidiasis?

Candida albicans

What are some examples of Candida species mentioned in the text?

Candida albicans, Candida tropicalis, Candida pseudotropicalis, and Candida glabrata Signup and view all the answers

Which department does the research proposal belong to at Erbil Polytechnic University?

Medical Laboratory Technology Department Signup and view all the answers

Who are the individuals listed as the authors of the research proposal?

Samyan Elham Khald, Saba Hawar Mustafa, Rezhin Sleman Ashqi Signup and view all the answers

Why is the identification of Candida species vital in diabetic patients?

To facilitate targeted treatment approaches and comprehend the link between Candida infections and diabetic complications. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most prevalent Candida species in diabetic patients according to Hasan et al. (2018)?

Candida albicans Signup and view all the answers

What is the predicted number of adults with diabetes by the year 2045, according to the World Health Organization and the International Diabetes Federation?

629 million Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of diabetic patients are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes?

85-90% Signup and view all the answers

What are some salivary dysfunctions common in type 2 diabetic patients?

Xerostomia, decreased salivary function, lichen planus, tooth decay, and periodontal diseases Signup and view all the answers

What is the prevalence of Candida carriage among diabetics, as reported by Mogahed et al. (2017)?

38% Signup and view all the answers

According to Al-Awadhi et al. (2023), what is the prevalence of Candida sp. in diabetic patients compared to non-diabetic patients?

89% vs. 55% Signup and view all the answers

What is the significant association between Candida infection and diabetes, according to the study by Al-Awadhi et al. (2023)?

P=. Signup and view all the answers

What are some reasons making diabetic patients more susceptible to oral candidiasis?

High levels of salivary glucose, low secretion of saliva, impaired chemotaxis, and defect of phagocytosis due to polymorphonuclear leukocyte deficiency Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common endocrine metabolic disorder?

Diabetes Signup and view all the answers