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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?
Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine

Pawan K Gupta MD LLC

122 E Chestnut Ave, 
Altoona, PA 
 0.5 mi

Anju Gupta is an Internal Medicine provider in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gupta and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Kawasaki Disease, Chronic Granulomatous Disease, Vasculitis, Endoscopy, and Gallbladder Removal.

Family Medicine
Family Medicine

Upmc Altoona Regional Health Services, Inc.

1400 9th Ave, 
Altoona, PA 
 0.6 mi

Tanya Holsopple is a Family Medicine provider in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Holsopple and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Cellulitis.

 
 
 
 
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Family Medicine
Family Medicine

Upmc Altoona Regional Health Services, Inc.

1400 9th Ave, 
Altoona, PA 
 0.6 mi

Michael Pedone is a Family Medicine provider in Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dr. Pedone and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Chronic Mucocutaneous Candidiasis. His top areas of expertise are Silicosis, Moebius Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Sciatica.

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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 in...

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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,...