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Definition of Candidiasis

1. Noun. An infection caused by fungi of the genus Monilia or Candida (especially Candida albicans).

Definition of Candidiasis

1. Noun. (pathology) A fungal infection of any of the Candida (yeast) species. ¹

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Definition of Candidiasis

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Medical Definition of Candidiasis

1. Infection with a fungus of the genus Candida. It is usually a superficial infection of the moist cutaneous areas of the body and is generally caused by Candida albicans, it most commonly involves the skin (dermatocandidiasis), oral mucous membranes (oral candidiasis), respiratory tract (bronchocandidiasis) and vagina (vaginal candidiasis or thrush). Rarely there is a systemic infection or endocarditis. Oral candidiasis: describes a fungal (yeast) infection of the oral cavity due to Candida. It is common in infants, diabetics or those on chemotherapy and is well recognised in patients with HIV infection and AIDS. Oesophageal candidiasis: Infection of the oesophagus by the yeast-like fungus Candidal albicans. Usually occurs in the immunocompromised individual (AIDS or following chemotherapy). Oral candidiasis is a predisposing factor but oesophageal involvement can occur without evidence of infection in the oral cavity. Symptoms include difficulty swallowing, pain on swallowing and oral lesions. Diagnosis is made using endoscopy. Treatment is with antifungal agents such as ketoconazole or fluconazole. Synonym: moniliasis, candidosis, oidiomycosis, blastodendriosis. (16 Dec 1997)

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Literary usage of Candidiasis

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Tobacco Effects In The Mouth by Robert E. Mecklenburg (1995)
"Chronic hyperplastic candidiasis is an adherent red or white plaque that may be flat or slightly elevated and may incorporate erythematous areas. ..."

2. Women And HIV Disease: Falling Through the Cracks (1993)
"... and developed malaise in June 1 982 In July, she had oral candidiasis and generalized lymphadenopathy and then developed fever, non-productive cough, ..."

3. A Lifelong Passion: Nicholas and Alexandra: Their Own Story by Andrei Maylunas (2005)
"Factors associated with oral candidiasis in 51 diabetics were examined. ... The risk of oral candidiasis among diabetics wearing dentures was significantly ..."

4. Glossary of HIV/Aids-related Terms edited by Barry Leonard (1999)
"candidiasis: An infection with a fungus of the Candida family, ... candidiasis of the esophagus, trachea, bronchi or lungs is an indicator disease for AIDS. ..."

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