Oral Candidiasis a common manifestation of xerostomia and chronic renal failure: A report of two case series

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Author Details : Safiya Bhat*, Rajat Nangia, Nitin Sethi, Juveria Ahmed, Akshita Pasbola

Volume : 13, Issue : 2, Year : 2023

Article Page : 126-130

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.adr.2023.025

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Abstract

Candida species is a natural commensal in the oral cavity in around 53% of the population However, it becomes opportunistic in immune compromised situations and inpatients taking certain medications. The evaluation of risk variables is critical in the management of candidal infection. It is critical to precisely record medical history of the patient in order to know the exact underlying cause. This case report will highlight two candidiasis cases in patients with chronic renal disease and patient on antidepressant therapy.

Keywords: Candidiasis, Chronic renal failure, End -stage renal disease, Monoamine oxidase inhibitor, Selective serotonin re­uptake inhibitors, Hematoxylin and Eosin

How to cite : Bhat S, Nangia R, Sethi N, Ahmed J, Pasbola A, Oral Candidiasis a common manifestation of xerostomia and chronic renal failure: A report of two case series. Arch Dent Res 2023;13(2):126-130

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