A patient presented with intense vulvar pruritus, a white curd like, cheesy vaginal discharge and vulvar erythema. Candidiasis was diagnosed. Which among the following is NOT a risk factor for vaginal candidiasis?: (A) Diabetes mellitus, (B) Hypeension, (C) Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection, (D) Pregnancy
Answer is B. Risk factors of candida infection include: Diabetes mellitus Human immunodeficiency virus Obesity Pregnancy Medication (antibiotics, coicosteroids, oral contraceptives) Chronic debilitation Ref: Mazdisnian F. (2007). Chapter 37. Benign Disorders of the Vulva & Vagina. In A.H. DeCherney, L. Nathan (Eds), CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment Obstetrics & Gynecology, 10e.