Candida

Question 1

Risk factors for candida

Answer 1

Immunocompromised
HIV
Diabetic
Corticosteroid use
Broad Spectrum ABX

Question 2

Classification of Candida (4)

Answer 2

1. Pseudomembranous
   - Thrush
2. Erythematous
   - Atrophic (HIV)
   - Denture related
3. Hyperplastic
   - Candidate leukoplakia
4. Angular cheilitis

Question 3

Newtons classification of denture related candida

Answer 3

Localised
Diffuse
Granular

Question 4

Candida species

Answer 4

C. Albicans
C. Glabrata

Question 5

General tx for candida

Answer 5

OH CHX MW
Topical/systemic antifungal

Question 6

What is chronic hyperplastic candiasis?

Answer 6

Fungal infection caused by candida
White lesions on angles of mouth/corner of lips
Potentially cancerous (needs monitoring)

Question 7

Tx for chronic hyperplastic candidiasis

Answer 7

Systemic antifungals
Smoking cessation
Review
If still sus refer to oral med for biopsy