Chronic Hyperplastic Candidiasis in a Child: A Rare Case Report and Literature Update

Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 10

Abstract

Chronic Hyperplastic candidiasisis a variant of candidiasis and in children it is a rare condition of oral mucosa. Clinical Picture: -An11 year old girl presented with a history of white patch since fifteen days on dorsal surface of the tongue and it was not associated with any lesions on the skin or on any other oral mucosal sites. Histological pictures were consistent with candidal Hypae. Treatment: -Only Topical Anti Fungal agents were given for one week twice daily for the lesion and along with that dental and gingival status were improved by conventional treatment procedures. Result:- Complete elimination of the white patch was achieved along with the normal oral functioning. Conclusion:-chronic hyperplastic candidiasis is a very rare type of oral candidiasis in children, early recognition and treatment is a must to prevent further complications.

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Dr. Deepak P

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Dr. Deepak P (2014). Chronic Hyperplastic Candidiasis in a Child: A Rare Case Report and Literature Update. Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research, 2(10), 2715-2719. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-207936