Tongue Thrush - What is thrush? And how is it treated?

What is thrush? And how is it treated?

I think my son may have thrush. His tongue is white and caked with milk. I am a bit worried because someone told me it may be thrush. I have never heard of this. I am taking him to the doctor but I wanted to get some reassurance that it was nothing bad.

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thrush is a yeast infection of the mouth and is found mostly in babies caused by unsterile bottle nipple or the real deal nipple treated with oral Nysatin
Sounds like thrush. It is a yeast infection in baby's mouth but it can spread to his intestines causing diaper rash and your nipples if breastfeeding. It's not that serious. and is usally treated with Nycostatin suspension, which you need a prescription for. If it's caught early swabbing his mouth with Gentium Violet helps too. No worries!
it sounds like he does have it, it looks like a milky substance on his tongue and the roof of his mouth , all thrush is , is a yeast infection in the mouth, take him to the doc and the will give u medicine, if i remember right u apply the medicine to a rag and wipe it all in his mouth, scraping the white stuff off. meds is the only way to get rid of it, my son had it when he was a baby but that was 13 yrs ago, they may have some over the counter stuff for it by now but i don't know, it would be better taking him to the doc
Oral thrush is a condition in which the fungus Candida albicans grows out of control. Like most healthy people, you probably have small amounts of the fungus in your mouth and digestive tract and on your skin. You can't see the fungus and normally won't know it's there — it usually doesn't cause problems because normal bacteria (flora) in your body keep its growth in check. But when this balance is disturbed — by medications or illness — Candida can grow out of control, leading to problems such as diaper rash and vaginal yeast infections as well as oral thrush. Oral thrush causes creamy white lesions, usually on your tongue or inner cheeks. The lesions can be painful and may bleed slightly when you scrape them or brush your teeth. Sometimes oral thrush may spread to the roof of your mouth, your gums, tonsils or the back of your throat. Although oral thrush can affect anyone, it occurs most often in babies and toddlers, older adults, and people whose immune systems have been compromised by illness or medications. Oral thrush is a minor problem for healthy children and adults, but for those with weakened immune systems, symptoms of oral thrush may be more severe, widespread and difficult to control.
Thrush is a yeast infection... Many babys get thrush it's quite normal.... It is treated with antibiotic drops, elixir and takes 4-7 days to clear up usually... You will want to boil all bottles pacifyers... If he is breastfed sterilize your nipples after feeding by washing them well and drying them well (air drying is best for you as it will not cause irritation).... A baby getting thrush doesn't mean you are a bad mother it's just like a child getting a cold it happens, treat it and move on no big deal... Thrush is extremely contagious so you will want to watch any other chidren in the home and yourself for signs of thrush and get it treated asap... The dr. will be able to tell you if it's thrush in a matter of a minute or two and will quickly perscribe a treatment stop worrying... He will be fine and so will you...
thrush is a fungus on the tongue. usually caused by real or fake nipple feeding for long timie. the milk sits there on the tongue and reacts with the bacteria already in the tongue. they will give a oral medication and it does taste nasty, so dont be surprized when he fights you about taking this med. it is congitious so try not to lick anything he does( ice cream popisle) or kiss him with both your mouths open and whatnot.
Thrush Infections in the Mouth Oral thrush is the most common variety of candidiasis. This mouth infection is caused by Candida albicans, the same microorganism that causes vaginal yeast infections in women. White patches or plaques that appear on the insides of the cheeks and the tongue are the typical symptoms of oral thrush. Often, people with oral thrush feel they have an obstruction that causes a "heaviness" in the throat area. On the other hand, oral candidiasis may go undetected with no symptoms or signs at all. Diagnosing Oral Thrush Candida can proliferate in your mouth for a number of reasons, including a compromised immune system or as a result of taking antibiotics. If oral thrush is a suspected culprit, your physician will follow procedures specific to the diagnosis of mouth infections. To diagnose candidiasis, a doctor simply takes a skin scraping to be viewed under a microscope. Candida albicans is easy to identify, particularly if the sample is used to grow a culture. This latter procedure confirms a diagnosis of oral thrush. Who Gets Oral Thrush? Prolonged illness and stress are factors that appear to reduce resistance to disease. Conditions and medications that reduce the effectiveness of the immune system tend to allow the proliferation of fungi that cause oral thrush. People who take corticosteroids, people with HIV or AIDS, and elderly people commonly get oral thrush. Also, patients whose diabetes is not under control and pregnant women may be at increased risk for oral thrush. In denture wearers the area under the plates is a great environment for Candida albicans. Oral candidiasis is common in elderly people, especially those wearing dentures. Babies and toddlers get oral thrush. See our page on baby thrush for more information on identifying the condition and treating it. Oral thrush in young children is not usually a sign of any other disease or condition. Oral thrush in normally healthy adolescents and adults, though, may be a sign of an undiagnosed disease, such as HIV or diabetes. See your doctor if family members of any age have oral thrush that does not appear to respond to treatment. Preventing Oral Thrush You can prevent oral thrush with good oral hygiene that includes mouthwash and regular tooth brushing. If you wear dentures clean them daily, rinse them after meals, and use a soft brush to clean your remaining teeth and gums. Avoid taking antibiotics without a doctor's supervision and follow instructions carefully when you do. Excessive use of antibacterial lozenges may cause oral thrush. Complications of Oral Thrush Because mouth infections with thrush can be painful and make eating difficult, infections that go untreated (or unnoticed in babies) can result in inadequate nutritional intake. Untreated candidiasis can also spread to the esophagus, making swallowing even more difficult. Candida may also spread to the gastrointestinal tract, lungs and skin. Angular chelitis is another complication of oral thrush. People with deep wrinkles in the corners of their mouth or people with poorly fitting dentures may have excess saliva build up in the corners of their mouth. Oral thrush thrives in these moist folds, causing cracking and pain, particularly when smiling, eating or talking.
This will be a trick to do.. but see if you can wipe his tongue with your finger or a washcloth. If it doesn't come off, then it's thrush. Thrush is an infection, and you treat it with oral nystatin... when you get the meds, BE SURE you give him every dose every day until the bottle is gone.
The baby is fine hun..basically the baby needs more water...the milk is building up on the babies lil tongue...start giving the baby more water ok....Good Luck!!!!!!!!!!
thrush doesnt just cover the tongue it also covers the insides of the cheeks and the roof of the mouth. its a yeast infection and they treat it with a prescription of nystatin and or antibiotics. if your breast feeding you need to get it taken care of the same time. or you will just be spreding it back and forth and this can cause severe infection in your breast. its nothing bad and i dont believe its painfull for the cild but it does need to be treated asap.
Thrush is what it sounds like from your description. I think it is a fungus, (it has been a long time since I have seen a case of it, approx 40 years) that should be treated with a prescription from your doctor. So, you did the right thing by taking him to the doctor. Good Luck.