CEFR B2

oral candidiasis

noun phrase

Meaning

A fungal infection caused by Candida species, characterized by white patches on the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat, often accompanied by redness, soreness, and difficulty swallowing.

Examples

Oral candidiasis is a common condition in people with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing chemotherapy.
The doctor prescribed an antifungal medication to treat the patient's oral candidiasis.

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oral candidiasis (B2)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /oʊˈræl ˌkændɪˈdaɪəsɪs/

Definition

A fungal infection caused by Candida species, characterized by white patches on the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat, often accompanied by redness, soreness, and difficulty swallowing.

Examples

Oral candidiasis is a common condition in people with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing chemotherapy.
The doctor prescribed an antifungal medication to treat the patient's oral candidiasis.

How to Use oral candidiasis

diagnose with oral candidiasis (verb phrase): to identify someone as having oral candidiasis — "The doctor diagnosed the patient with oral candidiasis and prescribed an antifungal medication."
treat oral candidiasis (verb phrase): to give medical care for oral candidiasis — "The patient was treated for oral candidiasis with a course of antifungal medication."

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