A 57-year-old patient presents with bright red mucosa under her 10-year-old maxillary denture. The tissue is painful and has been present for several weeks. The remainder of her examination is negative. This is most likely which of the following?

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Chronic candidiasis is a common condition associated with denture wear, especially when dentures are worn continuously without proper cleaning. The presentation of bright red mucosa under a denture that has been in place for a long time is characteristic of this infection.

A 57-Year-Old Patient Presents with Bright Red Mucosa Under Her