Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis
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What is the definition of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis?
Familial chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis (CMC) is a genetic disorder that causes frequent, persistent Candida fungal infections, commonly known as yeast infections.
What are the symptoms of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis?
Symptoms of familial chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis include frequent, persistent skin, nail, and mucous membrane infections that begin in early childhood. The skin infections are characterized by a rash that develops into crusty, thickened patches. Many individuals with familial chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis have thickened, cracked, and discolored fingernail and toenails. Additional symptoms may include thrush (fungal infection in mouth), inflammation of the lips (cheilitis), hair loss, bloating, diarrhea, or constipation, and vaginal yeast infections. Infants with familial chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis may have persistent diaper rash. In rare instances, some affected individuals may develop the life-threatening condition of systemic candidiasis.
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What are the current treatments for Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis?
While there is not cure for the inherited condition, treatment for familial chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis involves the use of antifungal drugs, such as miconazole and amphotericin B.
Who are the top Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis Local Doctors?
Dima A. Youssef
Advanced in Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis
Infectious Disease
Advanced in Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis
Infectious Disease

Medical Education Assistance Corporation

Bldg 52 Lake Dr, 
Mountain Home, TN 
Languages Spoken:
English
Offers Telehealth

. Dr. Youssef is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Endocarditis, Pneumonia, and Cellulitis.

Elite in Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis
Elite in Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis
Haryana, HR, IN 

Puneeta Vohra practices in Haryana, India. Vohra is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Their top areas of expertise are Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis, Chronic Granulomatous Disease, Oral Submucous Fibrosis, and Melasma.

 
 
 
 
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Cynthia L. Shughrue
Experienced in Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis
Family Medicine
Experienced in Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis
Family Medicine

Texas Health Family Care

8440 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 300, 
Dallas, TX 
Languages Spoken:
English, Portuguese

Cynthia Shughrue is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Shughrue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, Cirrhosis, and High Cholesterol.

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The Natural History and Pathogenesis of Human Fungal Infections

Background: \- The immune system is made up of special cells, tissues, and organs that fight infections. Problems with this system may lead to frequent, severe, or unusual fungal infections. These infections are often difficult to treat. Researchers want to collect blood and tissue samples from people who have unusual, persistent or severe fungal infections or immune problems that increase the risk of these i...

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Identifying Molecular Factors Contributing to Cancer-associated Muscle Mass Loss and Providing Clinical Evidence for Exercise Mechanisms to Functionally Restore Muscle in Cancer

Summary: Muscle mass loss is a common adverse effect of cancer. Muscle mass loss occurs with or without reduction in body weight. Cancer cachexia (CC) is the involuntary loss of body weight of \>5% within 6 months and it occurs in 50-80% of patients with metastatic cancer. It is estimated that CC is a direct cause of up to 30% of all cancer-related deaths. No treatment currently is available to prevent CC,...