Severe cases of thrush are usually treated with antifungal medications They’re available as tablets, lozenges, or liquids that you swish around in your mouth before swallowing. common medications include: Antifungal mouthwash (nystatin). What happens when you get a yeast infection in your throat? Redness, burning or soreness that may be severe enough to cause difficulty … Read more
A white tongue is common in young babies and doesn’t always mean it’s thrush It is only on the tongue, not on other parts of the mouth such as inside the lips or cheeks. What can be mistaken for oral thrush? Hairy leukoplakia causes fuzzy, white patches that resemble folds or ridges, usually on the … Read more
esophageal thrush is a yeast infection of the esophagus. The condition is also known as esophageal candidiasis . Fungi in the family Candida cause esophageal thrush There are about 20 species of Candida that can cause the condition, but it’s usually caused by Candida albicans. How serious is esophageal Candida? Candida esophagitis can be divided … Read more