Esophageal Candidiasis

Esophageal Candidiasis


Definition

Candida esophagitis is a 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

Symptoms

Symptoms include:

* Difficulty swallowing
* Fever (only if the fungus spreads further)
* Oral thrush (Candida in the mouth)
* Painful swallowing

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