Oral candida infection is a common complication and one of the leading causes of death in people with AIDS. Oral candida infection is a fungal infection that usually manifests as inflammation, ulceration and pain of the oral mucosa, and in severe cases, it can even affect the patient's life.
AIDS patients are susceptible to infection by various pathogens due to a compromised immune system, among which fungal infection is one of the common complications. Oral candida infection is one of the most common fungal infections in AIDS patients, usually manifested by inflammation, ulceration and pain of the oral mucosa, and in severe cases, it can even affect the patient's life.
The transmission route of oral candida infection is mainly through contact with the saliva, blood, ** secretions, etc. of the infected person. Therefore, people who live with or are in close contact with someone with AIDS can be infected with oral candida. In addition, patients with impaired immune systems such as long-term use of antibiotics and immunosuppressants are also susceptible to oral candida.
Symptoms of oral candida infection include inflammation, ulcers and pain of the oral mucosa, bad breath, dry mouth, difficulty swallowing, etc. In severe cases, the infection can spread to the lungs, gastrointestinal tract and other areas, causing more serious complications.
*Methods for oral Candida infection include the use of antifungal drugs, topical medications, dietary modifications, etc. The specific method needs to be determined according to the patient's condition and the doctor's recommendation.
In order to prevent oral candida infection, AIDS patients should pay attention to maintaining good personal hygiene Xi, avoid sharing daily necessities such as tableware and towels with others, and avoid contact with the saliva and blood of infected people. At the same time, we should pay attention to dietary hygiene, eat more vitamin-rich foods such as vegetables and fruits, enhance immunity, and avoid long-term use of antibiotics and immunosuppressants.
In conclusion, oral candida infection is a common complication, which poses a great threat to the quality of life and life safety of patients. Therefore, AIDS patients should pay attention to the prevention and ** oral candida infection to protect their health and quality of life.