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What is the characteristic appearance of pseudomembranous oral candidiasis (thrush)?
What is the characteristic appearance of pseudomembranous oral candidiasis (thrush)?
- Superficial, curd-like, whitish membrane formed of organisms in fibrinosuppurative exudate with erythematous base (correct)
- Bright red, ulcerated lesions
- Papular and nodular lesions
- Deep-seated, invasive lesions
Which organism is responsible for the most common fungal infection of the oral cavity?
Which organism is responsible for the most common fungal infection of the oral cavity?
- Aspergillus fumigatus
- Candida albicans (correct)
- Histoplasma capsulatum
- Cryptococcus neoformans
Which condition can cause oral ulcers as a result of immune-mediated diseases?
Which condition can cause oral ulcers as a result of immune-mediated diseases?
- Dental and traumatic ulcers
- Anemia and vitamin deficiency
- Tuberculous ulcers
- Inflammatory bowel diseases (correct)
Which systemic infection is characterized by strawberry, white-coated tongue?
Which systemic infection is characterized by strawberry, white-coated tongue?
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What virus favors opportunistic oral infections, particularly herpes virus and candida, in individuals with AIDS?
What virus favors opportunistic oral infections, particularly herpes virus and candida, in individuals with AIDS?
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