Table 2.
Predisposing factors for Candida infections.
| Factor group | Factors | |
|---|---|---|
| Dermatoses | Psoriasis | Contact dermatitis |
| Endocrine disease | Diabetes mellitus | Hypoadrenalism |
| Cushing disease | Hypothyroidism | |
| Hypoparathyroidism | ||
| Iatrogenic | Catheters and intravenous lines | Radiation therapy |
| Immunosuppressive agents | Colchicine | |
| Broad spectrum antibiotics | Phenylbutazone | |
| Estrogen containing oral contraceptives | Tranquilizers | |
| Glucocorticoids | ||
| Immunodeficiency | HIV infection | Chronic granulomatous disease |
| SCIDS | Chediak-Higashi syndrome | |
| Myeloperoxidase deficiency | DiGeorge syndrome | |
| Hyper IgE syndrome | Nezelof syndrome | |
| Neutropenia | Other immunosuppressive diseases | |
| Mechanical and environmental | Trauma (burns, abrasions) | Occlusive wearings |
| Occlusion, humidity, maceration | Obesity | |
| Dentures | Tropical environment | |
| Nutritional | Vitamin deficiencies (B6, B12) | Generalized malnutrition |
| Iron deficiency (CMC) | High carbohydrate content | |
| Physiological | Extremes of age (infants, elderly) | Pregnancy |
| Menses | Low vaginal pH | |
| Sialorrhea | Debilitating | |
| Systemic illnesses | Down syndrome | Uremia |
| Acrodermatitis enteropathica | Sjögren syndrome | |
| Other | Uncircumcised penis | Infected sexual partner |
| Poor hygiene | Prolonged hospitalization | |
| Prolonged exposure to water | Finger sucking | |
| Malignancies | Smoking | |
| Severe sweating | Occupational factors |