Ever notice white patches on your tongue or redness in your mouth or throat? It could be oral thrush, a common fungal infection. These patches may feel sore and tender, and scraping them could ...

Oral thrush, or oral candidiasis, is a common fungal infection that can significantly impact oral health and overall well-being. This article will delve into how oral thrush develops, its symptoms, ...

Oral candidiasis, commonly known as oral thrush, is a fungal infection that occurs inside the mouth. It is not contagious and in most cases can be treated with a simple course of topical antifungal ...

THE HSE has issued guidance to the public over an infectious disease – and symptoms to look out for. Thrush is a fungal ...

Taking a round of antibiotics has a slew of weird side effects, like stomach trouble. But one common result you might not hear about? An oral version of a fungal disease called candidiasis.

Drug-loaded lollipops to treat children with oral thrush are long-lasting, boost oral retention times and are easier on kids' stomachs, according to Indian researchers. Scientists tested 3g lollipops ...

An unusual kind of immune cell in the tongue appears to play a pivotal role preventing oral thrush, according to a new study in the Journal of Experimental Medicine (September 8, 2014). These findings ...

Oral thrush is a fungal infection of the mouth caused by infection with the fungus Candida albicans. Oral thrush can affect anyone, but those at particular risk include the elderly, those with ...

Prof. Juwon Arotiba, a Consultant Maxillofacial Dental Surgeon at University College Hospital (UCH) Ibadan says prolong use of antibiotics, smoking and pregnancy are major causes of mouth thrush.