Question 1

who gets thrush?

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Anyone can: Thrush is present in young babies to the very oldest adults.  This is a yeast infection of the lining of the oral cavity.  It can happen for no apparent reason or be brought on by medications/drugs, illness and those with poor immunity.  Antibiotics often precipitate this as do certain cancers and medications. Usually treated with oral troches, liquids, or orally swallowed pills and some topicals.

Question 2

my boyfriend gets recurring thrush after sex about once a month, i do not get it. what do we do?

Accepted Answer

Both get treated: I would suggest that both partners be simultaneously treated with Diflucan  ( fluconazole )if not allergic to this medicine.

Question 3

thrush in adults?

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It can happen : Thrush is a fungal infection and can happen at any age. In infancy, it is common and often of no consequences. In adult, usually there is a cause: med use such as steroid/astha/copd inhalers, antibiotic use, uncontrolled diabetets, immunocompromised states such as hiv/aids, cancer/chemotherapy etc... I would consult for eval as to see why you got thrush. It is easily treatable. Good luck.

Question 4

how i trate thrush!

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Nystatin: Make an appt with doctor. It is easy to treat.

Question 5

what causes thrush?

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Candida: Candida is a type of yeast. When it infects the mouth, it causes thrush.

Question 6

what to do for thrush?

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Thrush: Anti fungals ( Nystatin oral suspension and diflucan) are helpful! throw away all toothbrushes ( or in case of a baby --- all bottle nipples and pacifiers); as chances of re-infection are high if continue to use these!

Question 7

why does thrush occur?

Accepted Answer

Yeast infection: Thrush is caused by yeast.  Yeast are everywhere.  In young infants, who have less "normal flora" than older children (normal flora refers to the normal and healthy germs we carry in our mouths), yeast sometimes gets out of control, causing white patches in the mouth.  Thrush is also more likely when the baby is on antibiotics which also decrease normal flora.

Question 8

how do you treat thrush?

Accepted Answer

Nystatin suspension: Contact your physician for an exam to verify diagnosis, assess severity, and then determine proper treatment course.  Nystatin suspension is a common treatment used but in severe cases a systemic tablet antifungal may be preferred.

Question 9

how do adults get thrush?

Accepted Answer

Thrush is a: yeast infection.  This results from a bacterial imbalance in the gut.  One way this happen is when someone takes an antibiotic.  Please see your doc who may recommend an medication or probiotics or both. Peace and good health.

Question 10

is oral thrush dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Not normally: Thrush is typically an uncomfortable but not dangerous condition in otherwise healthy people.

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