"Studies have shown that 20% of all cases are caused by Candida albicans alone, 60% are caused by a combination of Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans, and 20% are caused by Staphylococcus aureus alone" (2011).
Angular cheilitis can be found in any age group and can be diagnosed by an "erythematous, fissured area" (RDH 2011) are the corners of the mouth. The tissue will appear wrinkled and a "superficial crust may be seen superimposed over the affected area" (2011). Accencuated folds in the corner area of the mouth on older individuals can be a great environment for Candida albicans to thrive (2011).
The reason Candida albicans is often misdiagnosed is because an overgrowth of Candida in the human body can cause more than 100 various symptoms related to Candidiasis, making it practically impossible to pin down (Candida Cure Zone 2011). To get an idea of the havoc an overgrowth of Candida can wreak on a person's body, here is a list: gas, irritability, brain fog, low energy, chronic fatigue, headaches, indigestion, depression, eczema, depression, rectal itching, acid reflux, sweet cravings, and low sex drive (to name a few) (2011).
According to Laskaris (2004), the diagnosis of candidiasis is normally based on clinical criteria (p. 30). A direct smear microscopic examination with potassium hydroxide and culture are often helpful; Biopsy and histophathologic examination may also be required or helpful in certain cases (p. 30).
Laskaris (2004) says that there are a few basic guidelines for treating oral candidiasis. First, elimination of systematic and/or local predisposing factors are essential in order avoid a reoccurrence; secondly, maintenance of high level oral hygiene and the reduction of the Candida reservoir in the mouth, esophagus, and genitalia is required; thirdly, an accurate diagnosis of oral candidiasis is absolutely vital; next, a topical or systematic treatment needs to be used, depending on the form as well as the seriousness of the disease; lastly, the majority of the available antifungal drugs target the synthesis of ergosteroil, a constituent of the fungal cell membrane (p. 31).
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The sores may last 3-10 days and are infectious. Recurrent infections are usually mild and caused by stress, sun, menstrual periods, trauma or physical stress. Oral and maxillofacial are not significantly involved in their cure. However they do treat herpes when they become more problematic and dangerous such as with HIV or cancer-related immune suppression 6. Burning mouth syndrome (BMS) This is when there is a burning sensation on lips, teeth,
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