Doctor explains ORAL THRUSH (Oral Candidiasis) | Symptoms, treatment, & prevention in adults/babies

In this video Doctor O'Donovan explains ORAL THRUSH (aka oral candida) often seen on the tongue - including symptoms (plus photos), treatment of oral thrush, and prevention plus much more.

Oral thrush — also called oral candidiasis - is a condition in which the fungus Candida albicans accumulates on the lining of your mouth. Candida is a normal organism in your mouth, but sometimes it can overgrow and cause symptoms. This is more common if you have a suppressed immune system.

It can affect babies and if not treated can affect the mother causing thrush of the breasts.

Symptoms of oral thrush in the mouth / tongue:

Oral thrush causes creamy white lesions, usually on your tongue or inner cheeks. Sometimes oral thrush may spread to the roof of your mouth, your gums or tonsils, or the back of your throat.

Who is affected by oral thrush?

Although oral thrush can affect anyone, it's more likely to occur in babies and older adults because they have reduced immunity; in other people with suppressed immune systems or certain health conditions; or people who take certain medications. Oral thrush is a minor problem if you're healthy, but if you have a weakened immune system, symptoms may be more severe and difficult to control.

How do I treat oral thrush?

Speak to your pharmacist. They can supply you with a medicated gel (miconazole) - otherwise if your baby is under 4 months and has signs of oral thrush, or you have oral thrush and do not see any improvement after 1 week of treatment with a mouth gel or you have difficulty or pain when swallowing, go see your doctor.

Content and timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction
00:52 - What does it look like? (Photos)
01:59 - Investigation and treatment of oral thrush
02:35 - When to see your doctor
02:50 - Prevention of oral thrush
03:48 - Conclusions

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[gilbaso]

Was given antibiotics and took it for about 3 days. Notice my throat was hurting when swallowing. When I check the back of my throat I noticed some white lining in the back of the throat -___-

[JIMKATSANIDIS]

Very helpful video! Oral thrush is a fungal infection caused by the overgrowth of the Candida fungus in the mouth. To prevent Oral Thrush we can do things like, Practicing Good Oral Hygiene, Maintaining Denture Hygiene, Limiting Sugar and Yeast Intake, Addressing Underlying Health Conditions. It's important to consult with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment if you suspect you have oral thrush. Thanks for sharing this useful video Dr. O'Donovan! 🙌❤👍

[sobekstephanie]

I never knew this--thanks for this video!

[NicholasCowell]

Im so glad youve made this video, very informative and helpful. Lots of videos on here but most say tounge scrape and keep cleaning teeth

[Hew.Jarsol]

I'm so nervous. I've had extreme anxiety, Tinnitus for years, and now oral thrush. I drink beer on weekends 2-3 days a week as helps me relax. Otherwise I'm good weight, strong and active but extreme anxiety. The new constant dry mouth and cracked lips are worrying makes me sip water.

[pramishasharma]

Does oral thrush make your leg muscles tired?

[mrammons]

Can you give some tips for telling the difference between oral thrush and erosive LP?

[Straight-Outta-Nottingham]

Would help if daktarin oral gel was available 😅

[rokishoto]

I got oral thrush from taknig antiboitics for a week due to some wound infection. I had a hard time clearing it up even after brushing 3-4 times daily. My doctor said that this was a common thing and prescribed me Nystanti and kriss also suggested that I reduce sugar intake and trying probiotics. Thankfully, it's gone now 🥹🥹

[HimTheGoat]

Thanks bro I had a oral thrust for 2 months because my antibiotics worked but they came back

[Kalpnatiwai]

Sir I have scalloped tongue and swelling problem since 2 month, how i can get rid of it, sir why my tongue have scalloped , please sir help me

[Northeastmarco]

Can I buy something over the counter to help with this?

[newwoman]

Can it cause dry cough and itching in the throat?

[chayandas]

Every time i catch a cold I have this severe pain in my soft palate. My doctor recommended me Oral Thrush Jel. It does work in reducing the pain and irritation. But has cold smthng to do with Oral Thrush??

[UzaurUzair]

I loss my testicals due to torison but i didnt had an surgery tp remove that die testicAls, caN i still gain the mAss (i m 18 )pleaSe respond

[TheBadassplaya]

i have white tongue for a year now, flucazonale didn't work