Fungal Infection: Candidiasis Overview
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Fungal Infection: Candidiasis Overview

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Which type of candidiasis is common in chronically ill patients and infants, presenting as white, soft, slightly elevated plaques on the tongue and buccal mucosa?

  • Erythematous candidiasis
  • Pseudomembranous candidiasis (correct)
  • Invasive candidiasis
  • Chronic hyperplastic candidiasis
  • What is the common name for oral candidiasis?

  • Tongue fungus
  • Thrush (correct)
  • Oral yeast infection
  • Mouth mold
  • Which type of candidiasis occurs as a sequel to the use of broad-spectrum antibiotics or corticosteroids, presenting as consistently painful erythematous areas along with papillary atrophy of the tongue?

  • Erythematous candidiasis (correct)
  • Pseudomembranous candidiasis
  • Invasive candidiasis
  • Chronic hyperplastic candidiasis
  • What is another name for erythematous candidiasis when it involves the palate and exhibits erythema due to contact with the tongue?

    <p>Kissing lesion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term commonly used to describe Candida, a type of fungi, when it becomes pathogenic only when favorable conditions arise?

    <p>Opportunistic infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

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