Oral thrush can be very painful and inconvenient. This fungal infection affects the mouth and comes with some distinct symptoms. The common symptoms are painful and bleeding gums. You might notice raised sores in the tongue, mouth or throat. Also, it will lead to lesions or patches that become painful and raw. With all these, you will face difficulty in eating and swallowing. Treatment for this kind of infection depends on a person's age and health. For healthy children or adults, a doctor will prescribe some anti-fungal medication. These can be in the form of tablets or liquid. For babies or nursing mothers, the doctor may give a mild form of anti-fungal medication. The doctor may also prescribe an anti-fungal cream for the breasts.

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