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For esophageal candidiasis that improved with low dose (100 mg) during a week of fluconazole but came back and persisted despite restarting treatment at higher dose 200 then 400 mg, would 800 mg be safer or 200 mg itraconazole / voriconazole?

Q: for esophageal candidiasis that improved with low dose (100 mg) during a week of fluconazole but came back and persisted despite restarting treatment at higher dose 200 then 400 mg, would 800 mg be safer or 200 mg itraconazole / voriconazole?

: Esophageal candidiasis is a serious condition, sometimes quite dangerous, and cannot be managed safely with advice on a forum like this. Discuss with the doctor treating you. Good luck.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Esophageal candidiasis is a serious condition, sometimes quite dangerous, and cannot be managed safely with advice on a forum like this. Discuss with the doctor treating you. Good luck.

Answered 1/1/2023

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A member asked:

For esophageal candidiasis that improved with low dose (100 mg) during a week of fluconazole but came back and persisted despite restarting treatment at higher dose 200 then 400 mg, would 800 mg be safer or 200 mg itraconazole / voriconazole?

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