Condition Info - BotMed Application

ConditionName

Candidiasis

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

Oral Thrush. 
Candidiasis that develops in the mouth or throat is called “thrush.

PhysicalFindings

White plaques that bleed when scraped off

ClinicalTests

Vaginal problem: vaginal culture;
Throat: potassium hydroxide smear shows hyphae; culture;

RiskFactors

Taking antibiotics;
Eating a diet high in sugar and refined carbs;
High alcohol intake;
A weakened immune system, HIV;
Taking oral contraceptives;
Diabetes;
High stress levels;

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

ProgressionFromCondition

TreatmentOptions

PharmOptions

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/en-ca/professional/dermatologic-disorders/fungal-skin-infections/candidiasis-mucocutaneous