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Oral thrush

Oral thrush is a Candida infection of the mouth or throat with painful white or red patches. It is more common in babies and with dentures, inhaled corticosteroids, antibiotics, diabetes or weakened immunity.

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Oral thrush is a Candida infection of the mouth or throat with painful white or red patches. It is more common in babies and with dentures, inhaled corticosteroids, antibiotics, diabetes or weakened immunity.

  • Creamy white patches on the tongue, cheeks or roof of the mouth that sometimes wipe away, leaving redness.
  • A red, burning or sensitive mouth and altered taste.
  • Use the medicine for the full prescribed duration.
  • Brush teeth and tongue gently and clean dentures daily.
  • Make an appointment if white patches persist, swallowing hurts, treatment does not help or thrush returns.
  • For urgent GP care outside normal opening hours, call HAP 9252. Call Ambulance 912 only for an immediately life-threatening situation.

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