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I've been taking azithromycin and prednisone.but now i'm off it and now i've developed oral thrush could this be the cause of it. ?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes, could be: Steroids / antibiotics can cause oral thrush, not uncommon, you need to see your doctor for evaluation and Rx meds, treatment is simple, best wishes

Answered 8/2/2017

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A member asked:

I've been taking azithromycin and prednisone.but now i'm off it and now i've developed oral thrush could this be the cause of it. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

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