Neonatal Candidiasis
Candidiasis in the neonate may be acquired in utero or at the time of
delivery. Infants who have congenital candidiasis exhibit
diffuse scaling and
erythema or
erythematous
papules and pustules at birth. Those who acquired
infection natally have similar physical findings that begin days to weeks after
delivery. A potassium hydroxide
preparation performed on scale or a pustule roof demonstrates
pseudohyphae
and spores.