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Infant thrush
Infant thrush
Disease overview
Oral thrush, also known as candidiasis, is an inflammation of the oral mucosa caused by Candida infection in the mouth. It typically presents as curd-like white patches on the buccal mucosa, inner lip...
Detailed description
Oral thrush, also known as candidiasis, is an inflammation of the oral mucosa caused by Candida infection in the mouth. It typically presents as curd-like white patches on the buccal mucosa, inner lips, and palate. Children, especially infants, are a high-risk group for this disease due to their weakened immune systems.
Disease information
Disease name
Infant thrush
English name
Infant thrush
Category
Pediatrics
Subcategory
Pediatrics
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