School of Molecular & Biomedical Science
THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE
AUSTRALIA 5005
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Candidiasis
Oral candidiasis in an infant showing characteristic patches of a creamy-white to grey pseudomembrane composed of blastoconidia and pseudohyphae of C. albicans. Note the mouth of normal newborn infants has a low pH which may promote the proliferation of C. albicans. The infections are usually acquired during the birth process from mothers who had vaginal thrush during pregnancy. Clinical symptoms may persist until a balanced oral flora has been established.
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