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Can you tell me more about thrush?
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Thrush: Thrush is caused by yeast infection. It is common in infants up to first 3 months of age due to colonization while birthing. It may also occur if mother has nipple infection from yeast and is breast feeding. Other risk factors include antibiotic use, anti-inflammatory drugs, steroids, other immunosuppressive medications and immunosuppressed conditions.
Answered 12/11/2013
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