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Laryngeal candidiasis in children
1Department of Pediatrics, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, Tainan, Taiwan.
Scandinavian Journal of Infectious Diseases
|January 1, 1997
Summary
Laryngeal candidiasis is uncommon, typically affecting immunocompromised individuals. This case highlights a rare instance in an immunocompetent infant, successfully treated with antifungal medication.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Pediatric Infectious Diseases
- Mycology
Background:
- Laryngeal candidiasis is a rare fungal infection.
- It is most commonly observed in immunocompromised patients.
- This condition can present diagnostic challenges.