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Short communication| Volume 58, ISSUE 6, P708-710, July 2020

Chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis: a rare diagnosis in paediatric dentistry

      Abstract

      Chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis is a rare disorder that is characterised by chronic or recurrent superficial candida infection of skin, nails, and mucous membranes. We describe such a case in a young boy who failed to respond to conventional therapy. It highlights the important role of the dental team in assessment, treatment, and onwards referral.

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