Candida species are a group of yeasts (a type of fungus) that are commonly found in the environment and on or inside the human body. These organisms are part of the normal microbiota, meaning they live harmlessly on the skin, in the mouth, digestive tract, and genital area of many healthy people. Under certain conditions, …
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A mycetoma of the sinus, also known as a fungal ball, is a type of fungal infection that occurs within the paranasal sinuses. It is typically non-invasive but can cause significant symptoms due to the mass effect of the fungal accumulation. What causes a mycetoma? Mycetoma of the sinus is caused by the accumulation of …
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Hypertrophic candidiasis — also called chronic hyperplastic candidiasis — is a persistent fungal infection of the oral cavity caused by Candida species, most commonly Candida albicans. It produces thickened white patches on the lining of the mouth that cannot be wiped off — unlike simpler forms of oral thrush, where the white coating can be …
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