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Candida esophagitis is a fungal or yeast infection of the esophagus, the tube that carries food from the mouth to the stomach. See also: Candida-associated diaper dermatitis; Candidiasis - oral; Vaginal candidiasis. |
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Symptoms
Symptoms include: Difficulty swallowing; Fever if the fungus spreads further; Painful swallowing; Possible Candida in...
Causes
Candida esophagitis is caused by the yeast Candida. It occurs when the yeast spreads from the mouth down the esophagu...
Tests
Tests that show Candida include: EGD (esophagogastroduodenoscopy) with or without biopsy, staining, and culture; Thro...
Treatments
Antifungal medicines, taken by mouth or injection, are prescribed.
Prevention
Preventing AIDS lowers your risk for opportunistic infections, such as Candida. Opportunistic infections are infectio...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop symptoms of esophagitis, especially if you know...
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