obsolete oropharyngeal candidiasis

A candidiasis that involves fungal infection of the oropharynx in immunocompromised patients caused by Candida species resulting in formation of white plaques on the buccal mucosa, tongue, gums, palate, or pharynx. The symptoms include burning or dryness of th

A candidiasis that involves fungal infection of the oropharynx in immunocompromised patients caused by Candida species resulting in formation of white plaques on the buccal mucosa, tongue, gums, palate, or pharynx. The symptoms include burning or dryness of the mouth, loss of taste, and pain on swallowing.

Also known as: Oropharyngeal Candidiasis; oropharyngeal thrush