Moniliasis is one of the most common opportunistic diseases in AIDS patients. What is the etiological agent of moniliasis and what is the other name for the disease? Why is monilia also common in healthy newborns?
Moniliasis is the most common opportunistic fungal infection occurring in the AIDS patients and it is caused by Candida Albicans. The organism best grows in the basic pH. As the immune system of AIDS patients is compromised, moniliasis can turn into systemic candidiasis and involve multiple organs.
Newborns are also susceptible to moniliasis or candidiasis because their immune system is not matured. However, the symptoms resolve naturally in most of the cases.
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