Oral Candidosis Causes and Risk Factors

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Which species of candida is commonly involved in causing oral candidosis?

  • Candida tropicalis
  • Candida glabrata
  • Candida albicans (correct)
  • Candida krusei

What is a common predisposing factor for pseudomembranous candidosis?

  • Excessive spicy food consumption
  • Patients undergoing corticosteroid therapy (correct)
  • Lack of fruit intake
  • Regular exercise routine

Which diagnostic test is usually based on the clinical appearance of oral candidosis?

  • Biopsy
  • Cultures (correct)
  • MRI scan
  • Blood test

What is the common clinical appearance of erythematous candidosis?

<p>Tender and red mucosa with a burning sensation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which age group is pseudomembranous candidosis most common?

<p>Young children (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first line of management for denture stomatitis?

<p>Regular cleaning and maintenance of dentures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is also known as central papillary atrophy?

<p>Median rhomboid glossitis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common predisposing factor for angular cheilitis?

<p>Staphylococci infection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition may have a similar clinical appearance to oral squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)?

<p>Hyperplastic candidosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended treatment duration for patients with oral candidosis after symptoms resolve?

<p>Continue treatment for several days after symptoms resolve (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a predisposing factor for oral candidosis?

<p>Regular dental check-ups (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common location for pseudomembranous candidosis?

<p>Tongue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of oral candidosis is characterized by a burning sensation and red, tender mucosa?

<p>Erythematous candidosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is particularly susceptible to oral candidosis?

<p>Young children (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the common clinical appearance of pseudomembranous candidosis?

<p>Creamy white plaques that can be removed from the oral mucosa (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of median rhomboid glossitis?

<p>Depapillated erythematous area with atrophic filiform papillae (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the common clinical appearance of hyperplastic candidosis?

<p>White, dense, opaque patches of irregular thickness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of angular cheilitis?

<p>Erythematous skin plaque with fissuring (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first line of management for denture stomatitis?

<p>Removal of dentures, cleaning thoroughly, and soaking in white vinegar (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition may have a similar clinical appearance to oral squamous cell carcinoma (SCC)?

<p>Hyperplastic candidosis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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