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How could i have gotten thrush (an oral yeast infection) as an adult?
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Varies: Thrush can be associated with use of inhaled corticosteroids, such as those for treatment of asthma. It also is associated with conditions that cause immunosuppression, from uncontrolled diabetes to hiv/aids.
Answered 1/31/2015
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Other possibilities: One can also get it after a dose of antibiotics and if one has dry mouth or xerostomia.
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