Esophageal candidiasis in an immunocompetent host: case report and review of literature

JOURNAL TITLE: Journal of Gastrointestinal Infections

Author
1. Omesh Goyal
2. Aminder Singh
3. Rajoo Singh Chhina
4. Prerna Goyal
5. Pavneet Kaur
ISSN
2277-5862
DOI
10.5005/jp-jogi-6-1-54
Volume
6
Issue
1
Publishing Year
2016
Pages
3
Author Affiliations
    1. Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab, India
    1. Department of Gastroenterology, Dayanand Medical College, Ludhiana.
    1. Department of Gastroenterology, Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab, India
    1. Department of Medicine, Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
    1. Department of Pathology, Dayanand Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab
  • Article keywords
    Esophageal candidiasis, fluconazole, immunocompetent

    Abstract

    Infection by Candida species is the most common cause of infectious esophagitis in adults. Esophageal candidiasis (EC) occurs most commonly in immunocompromised hosts, such as those with human immunodeficiency virus infection. However, EC may also occur in immunocompetent individuals with or without apparent predisposing risk factors and symptoms. We report a case of EC incidentally discovered in an immunocompetent middle age male who underwent esophagogastro- duodenoscopy for dyspeptic symptoms. The only potential risk factor was long-term use of alcohol. Treatment with fluconazole led to complete resolution of EC.

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