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Why can nystatin suspension cure oral thrush but not esophageal thrush?

Q: why can nystatin suspension cure oral thrush but not esophageal thrush?

: Because nystatin can't5 stay in contact with the esophageal surface long enough, nor is the esophagus able to absorb the drug like mucous membranes in the mouth can. Esophagitis is a more deeply-seated infection that can only be reached via the bloodstream

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Because nystatin can't5 stay in contact with the esophageal surface long enough, nor is the esophagus able to absorb the drug like mucous membranes in the mouth can. Esophagitis is a more deeply-seated infection that can only be reached via the bloodstream

Answered 1/31/2023

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Why can nystatin suspension cure oral thrush but not esophageal thrush?

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