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Common oral infections associated with HIV infection that may cause discomfort and interfere with food consumption include candidiasis and _____.​

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Common oral infections associated with HIV infection that may cause discomfort and interfere with food consumption include candidiasis and hairy leukoplakia.

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Candidiasis is an infection caused by a fungus called Candida albicans. In people who have HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, candidiasis usually affects the skin and mucous membranes such as the mouth, throat, esophagus and vagina. Candidiasis, despite being annoying and sometimes painful, is rarely a fatal risk.

Leukoplakia affects the mucous membranes of the mouth. A type of mouth leukoplakia, called oral hairy leukoplakia, is caused by the Epstein-Barr virus. This type is mostly observed in people with HIV / AIDS. Symptoms are usually painful when mouth patches come into contact with acidic or spicy foods.

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Answer: Ebstein-Barr Virus (EBV) - Hairy leukoplakia.

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Ebstein-Barr Virus infection is commonly associated with early HIV infection, it can cause discomfort on patients, associated with dry-mouth, taste problems, decaying tooth, it may also alter facial appearance, tongue appearance (hairy-like dysplasia), impair speech, dysphagia, and weight loss.

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