Question 1

how does oral thrush begin?

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Low immunity: Oral thrush is a fungal infection of the oral membranes, and usually occurs in people whose immune status are reduced.  This can occur in people on antibiotics, in diabetics or immunosuppressed due to other illnesses or cancer.  Certain other medications can increase the risk as well.

Question 2

how can i treat oral thrush?

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Antifungal meds: True oral thrush is treated with anti fungal medications, such as diflucan (fluconazole).

Question 3

who is at risk for oral thrush?

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Immunosuppressed: Small infants may get thrush, and people on prolonged antibiotics. Thrush in adults is often a sign that the immune system isn't working well, such as in people on chemotherapy or with aids.

Question 4

oral thrush help! what do i do?

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Cause?: First, any reason why you would have this? Treatment would consist of oral medications. Need to see a doctor.

Question 5

why does a person get oral thrush?

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Thrush: Poor oral hygiene , antibiotic usage, or steroid inhalers can give you oral thrush.

Question 6

i have big oral thrush issue, what to do?

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Oral thrush: Most important is to establish the reason why you have it.  It can occur after a course of antibiotics, or can be seen in persons who are immune suppressed.  You should see your doctor for an evaluation.  The thrush can be treated with a variety of prescription medications.

Question 7

how can you tell if you have oral thrush?

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Thrush: You can look inside your mouth and tongue to see if you have white discharge in the back of your throat and  thick layer on your tongue.  You can always verify this with your internist.

Question 8

is oral thrush by any circumstances dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Not usually. It can be a sign of a more serious problem like diabetes or an immune system problem. In healthy adults, it is usually caused by antibiotics or medicines (steroids).

Question 9

what to do if i have an oral thrush and i smoke?

Accepted Answer

Not related: As far as i know.  Thrush is caused by a fungus, candida albicans, and can be a sign of diabetes or immune deficiencies, but sometimes just occurs without underlying predisposition. Smoking cigarettes impairs our immune response, and might make thrush harder to treat or get rid of, but it doesn't cause it. You need a medical evaluation by your doctor, and treatment is usually very easy.

Question 10

i'm curious as to what should i do about oral thrush?

Accepted Answer

Underlying cause: You have to find out why you have it.  There's always an underlying cause, such as immunosuppression, poorly controlled diabetes, or use of oral or inhaled steroids.  However, many people think they have thrush when all they really have is a coated tongue, which is quite normal.

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