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(Thrush, Candidiasis, or Candida)

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Oral thrush is commonly found in infants as result of weak/developing immune systems that are not equipped to fight yeast.

Most commonly acquired through prolonged sucking during breast feeding.

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Adults can contract this infection as a result of prolonged antibiotic usage leading to a suppressed immune system.

Oral thrush, although not an STI, can also be transferred during sexual activities between infected patron(s).

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Oral thrush is the result of the mouth being a warm and moist environment that harbors overgrowth of Candida albicans during an episode of weakened immune response.

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Candida albicans are usually harmless commensal that thrive in the gut, genito-urinary tract, and on the skin.

Best described an opportunistic pathogenic yeast, Candida albicans can easily overtake a weakened immune system.

Apart of the Cryptococcaceae family.

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Parents who fail to maintain proper diaper hygiene may cause their child to be more susceptible to oral thrush.

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Proper oral hygiene reduces the risk of harmful bacteria within the mouth. Dentists recommend brushing/ flossing twice a day.

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Some may opt for a more natural remedy. Doctors recommend swishing apple cider vinegar/ salt water, eating yogurt, and doing an oil pull using coconut oil.

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The most common anti-fungal used to combat the overgrowth of Candida albican is Fluconazole, which can be found in pharmaceuticals such as Canesoral.

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Unsurprisingly, bad breath can be a result of the oral fungus.

Loss of taste, dryness and cracking of lips, and cotton mouth can also be related symptoms.

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The most common symptom is a white film/crust on the tongue and throughout the oral cavity. Some have pain travel down their esophagus and create sore throat pains.