Tissue appears as red and erythematous.An superimposed covering of white cottage cheese–like is apparent as well. When lesions are wiped off, a raw, red surface is apparent. Type of candidiasis: pseudomembranous, chronic hyperplastic, erythematic, acute atrophic candidiasis.
Angular Cheilitis: Occurs at the commissure of the mouth.
Patients may have dryness, and the area may crack, peel, and appear ulcerated.
Median Rhomboid Glossitis: Once thought to be a developmental defect, it is now believed to be an acquired condition due to Candida. Sometimes, there will be an area in the palate as well as from the tongue contacting the palate.