This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Sexually Transmitted Infections, Subject name: Dental
[{'content': 'A 42 yr old engineer developed redness of the glans and radial fissuring of the prepuce 2 weeks ago. A potassium hydroxide preparation of scrapings from the glans showed pseudohyphae and buds. Which one of the following systemic illness should he be screened for? \nSelect and explain. \nA. Pulmonary tuberculosis, B. Diabetes mellitus, C. Systemic candidiasis, D. Chronic renal failure', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: B \nExplanation: Visualization of pseudohyphae s/o candidiasis and DM is a predisposing factor for it. Candidiasis Predisposing factors or conditions (especially for disseminated form): DM Antibacterial agents Indwelling urinary catheters Parenteral glucocoicoids Neutropenia Abdominal and thoracic surgery Immunocompromised state Patients with severe burns low-bih-weight neonates persons using illicit IV drugs', 'role': 'assistant'}]