An otherwise healthy male presents with a creamy curd like white patch on the tongue. The probable diagnosis is:
Correct Answer: Candidiasis
Description: Ans. a. CandidiasisCandidiasisCaused by Candida albicansOral candidiasis appears as a curdy white adherent membrane, which when removed, leaves a red, raw surface - pseudomembranous formOther types are: Vaginal candidiasis, Angular stomatitis, Atrophic candidiasisMost common opportunistic infection in HIV- affected individuals
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