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Oral thrush (mouth thrush)

Oral thrush is usually harmless. It's common in babies and also older people with dentures. It can be treated with antifungal medicine.

This page provides general information and does not replace a doctor’s consultation. If symptoms are severe, persistent or worsening, seek medical advice promptly.

Oral thrush is usually harmless. It's common in babies and also older people with dentures. It can be treated with antifungal medicine.

Symptoms of oral thrush

Adults

Other symptoms in adults are:

  • cracks at the corners of the mouth
  • not tasting things properly
  • an unpleasant taste in the mouth
  • pain inside the mouth (for example, a sore tongue or sore gums)
  • difficulty eating and drinking

Oral thrush in adults is not contagious.

Babies

Babies with oral thrush may not want to feed.

Babies can pass oral thrush on through breastfeeding. This can cause nipple thrush in mothers.

Consult with a doctor about Oral thrush (mouth thrush)

Consult with a doctor about Oral thrush (mouth thrush)

Discuss your symptoms and possible next steps with a doctor online.

If you're not sure it's oral thrush

Look at other causes of a white or sore tongue.

Treatment for oral thrush

A GP can prescribe antifungal medicine to treat oral thrush, called nystatin. It comes as a liquid, which you should hold in your mouth for as long as possible before swallowing it.

 See a GP if: 

  • if you think you or your child might have oral thrush

How you can prevent oral thrush

Oral thrush is an infection caused by a fungus called Candida. Some things can make the fungus grow more than usual.

You might get thrush if you're:

  • taking antibiotics over a long time
  • using asthma inhalers
  • having cancer treatment like chemotherapy

There are some things you can do to help prevent oral thrush.

 Do 

  • take care of your teeth: brush twice a day, clean your dentures, and go for regular check-ups even if you have dentures
  • brush your gums and tongue with a soft toothbrush if you do not have any teeth
  • rinse your mouth after eating or taking medicine
  • go to regular check-ups if you have a long-term condition like diabetes
  • sterilise dummies regularly
  • sterilise bottles after each use

 Don’t 

  • do not wear dentures at night
  • do not keep wearing dentures if they do not fit properly – see your dentist
  • do not smoke

Online doctors for Oral thrush (mouth thrush)

Discuss your symptoms and possible next steps for Oral thrush (mouth thrush) with a doctor online.

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Andrei Popov

General medicine 7 years exp.

Dr. Andrei Popov is a family physician with specialized training in the management of chronic pain. He provides video consultations for adults in Spain and across Europe: whether you have been living with pain for months that no one has been able to properly explain, or you need to resolve a health issue without waiting weeks for an appointment.

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What the consultation is like
 Each session lasts up to 30 minutes. We review symptoms, medical history, medications and any tests you provide, and you finish the consultation with a clear treatment plan, defined next steps, and criteria to understand when follow-up may be needed. If warning signs are detected, he will clearly advise whether you need in-person care or urgent medical attention.

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Tarek Agami

General medicine 11 years exp.

Dr. Tarek Agami is a general practitioner registered in both Portugal and Israel, with broad experience in family and preventive medicine. He offers online consultations for adults and children, providing personalised support for primary care needs, chronic disease management, and everyday health concerns.

Dr. Agami received clinical training and worked in leading medical institutions in Israel (Kaplan Medical Center, Barzilai Medical Center, Wolfson Medical Center) and Portugal (European Healthcare City, Viscura Internacional, Hospital Dr. José Maria Grande, Hospital Vila Franca de Xira). His approach combines international medical standards with individualised attention to each patient.

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Nuno Tavares Lopes

Family medicine 18 years exp.

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes is a licensed physician in Portugal with 17 years of experience in emergency medicine, family and general practice, and public health. He is the Director of Medical and Public Health Services at an international healthcare network and serves as an external consultant for the WHO and ECDC.

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Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Europe.

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Lisa Drigo

Paediatrics 34 years exp.

Dr Lisa Drigo is an experienced paediatrician based in Italy with over 30 years of clinical practice. She graduated from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Rome and has spent decades working within the Italian healthcare system, supporting children and families with both acute care and long-term prevention.

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Rita Isabel Calero Garcia

General medicine 2 years exp.

Dr. Rita Isabel Calero Garcia is a physician with extensive experience in emergency medical care, general medicine, and healthcare assistance in various clinical and out-of-hospital settings.

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Jorge Correa Bellido

General medicine 7 years exp.

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Anastasiia Shalko

Family medicine 13 years exp.

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