Oral candidiasis
This is oral candidiasis, which is also called oral thrush, which is caused by a fungal infections involving the skin and mucous membranes. The causative agent is Candida albicans, which actually is an asymptotic inhabitant in half of the healthy adults. When the local ecology is disturbed, or where there is an immune defect, Candida overgrowth may lead to an opportunistic infection. The mucosal surfaces primarily affected by candidiasis are the oral cavity, esophagus, angles of the mouth, and genitals. Overgrowth of Candida is protected against by local T cells and interleukin-17 Thus, when immunity is compromised, growth proceeds unchecked and leads to infection, notably in patients who are on immunosuppressive therapy, infected by HIV, or have diabetes. Candidiasis in the mouth, throat, or esophagus is usually treated with antifungal medications such as clotrimazole, miconazole, or nystatin.Fluconazole for more severe cases. Also, avoid immunosuppressants and avoid HIV?!!!