Catalog

Neonatal mucocutaneous candidosis

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Link to WHO Definition

Neonatal mucocutaneous candidosis – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1912359477

Widespread neonatal infection of skin and mucous membranes by Candida yeasts. Typically, discrete vesicles or pustules on an erythematous base are seen initially on the face and chest but then extending following delivery. The condition is believed to be due to contamination of the skin surface with Candida yeasts during birth.