A common candidiasis infection of the mouth is known as:
A) thrush
B) aspergillosis
C) thrombophlebitis
D) gossypol
A) thrush
A) Also known as moniliasis, thrush is a common opportunistic candidiasis infection of the mouth caused by Candida albicans, which is a normal resident of the gastrointestinal tract and vagina.
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a. Viral pneumonia b. Pneumococcal pneumonia c. Staphylococcal pneumonia d. Mycoplasma pneumonia
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