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, ...

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.

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 ...

For the majority of individuals, oral thrush does not cause any serious problems. However, if a person has a weakened immune system, their signs and symptoms may be much more severe. This article will ...

Answered by Dr. Howard E. Lewine M.D. Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 40 years of experience · USA Oral ...

Attempting to treat oral candidiasis with probiotics has gradually become a topic of considerable interest in research. The clinical studies and animal model experiments included in this review ...

Oral biologists at UB have shown for the first time how histatin, the naturally occurring antifungal agent in saliva, kills the oral pathogen Candida albicans, the fungus responsible for most ...

Background: To systematically review and assess the in vivo effectiveness and safety of probiotics for prophylaxis and treating oral candidiasis. Methods: A literature search for studies published in ...

Answered by Dr. Howard E. Lewine M.D. Chief Medical Editor, Harvard Health Publishing · 40 years of experience · USA Oral ...