Which fungal infection is commonest in neutropenia
Correct Answer: Candida
Description: Candida - chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis is a serious manifestation seen in immunodeficiency states. Candida albicans is the normal inhabitant of skin, GIT, oral and vaginal cavities. Candidiasis is an oppounistic endogenous infection. Ref: Textbook of Microbiology, Ananthanarayan and Paniker; 9th edition .
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