Although a secondary infection with candidiasis was suspected, the
initial diagnosis was highly suggestive of erosive oral lichen planus.
Oral swabs were obtained from the above-mentioned locations for
microbiological
examinations which showed numerous pale yellowish dome-shaped colonies
of C.
albicans when cultured in Chromagar® medium.
An initial prescription of antiseptic mouth wash (chlorhexidine, 0.12%)
along with a topical antifungal agent (Fungizone®) 3 times a day for 2
weeks was made to treat the fungal infection. She was subjected to a
complete hemogram, hepatitis B and C serology blood test, and Thyroid
blood tests. After 2-week’s follow-up, the patient reported a slight
improvement in symptoms (Figures 2A, 2B, 2C, and 2D).