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A member asked:
Got oral thrush from steroid inhalers. will it go into my lungs? i don't have hiv or immuneo viruses etc.
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Thrush: Steroid inhaler may affect the trachea but doesnt get to the lungs. Rinsing iut the mouth with luke warm water can prevent oral thrush.
Answered 9/8/2016
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No: It won't go into your lungs. Rinsing your mouth out after using the inhalers can help prevent thrush.
Answered 7/21/2014
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