Most common opportunistic infection in AIDS is_____________?
Correct answer: C. Candidiasis
- A. Cryptococcosis
- B. Tuberculosis
- C. Candidiasis
- D. Aspergilosis
Explanation
Candidiasis, especially oral thrush, is among the commonest opportunistic infections in AIDS because impaired cell-mediated immunity permits Candida overgrowth. Cryptococcosis and aspergillosis are important but less frequent.
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