A 30-year-old female has a history of frequent candidiasis. The area most likely affected in-cludes: (select all that apply)
a. plantar surface of the foot.
b. eyes.
c. ears.
d. mucous membranes.
e. vagina.
ANS: D, E
Candidiasis does not affect the soles of the feet, the eyes, or the ears. It does affect the mucous membranes and the vagina.
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