What is thrush disease?
The potential for thrush (oral yeast infection) resides in most healthy humans. Thrush results when the balance between the naturally occurring bacteria and the candida fungus in our mouths tips in favor of the fungus. There are ways to help restore that balance and prevent thrush.CausesBirth control pills, antibiotics and inhaled asthma medication might cause thrush. Medicine Net notes that stress, smoking, dry mouth, pregnancy and diabetes are possible culprits as well.SignificanceWhile uncomfortable, most thrush infections resolve without complications. A severe or persistent case, however, can spread to areas such as the esophagus. It can also signal uncontrolled diabetes.SymptomsSymptoms include white lesions on the tongue, inner cheeks or roof of the mouth. The lesions may resemble cottage cheese and bleed easily. Mayo Clinic advises that patients may also notice cracking skin at the corners of the mouth and loss of taste.TreatmentCheck with your physician, but Mayo Clinic report
