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Thrush is a type of yeast infection caused by an overgrowth of the fungus Candida, most commonly Candida albicans. It typically occurs in the mouth and throat but can also affect other areas of the body. While the terms "yeast infection" and "fungal infection" are often used interchangeably, thrush specifically refers to the oral manifestation of a fungal infection due to yeast.
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What is the diagnosis of thrush?
Thrush is a yeast (fungal) infection that is typically diagnosed through a fungal culture or a microscopic examination of the exudate.
What microbe causes thrush?
Candidiasis, commonly called yeast infection or thrush, is a fungal infection (mycosis) of any of the Candida species, of which Candida albicans is the most common.
What Order does Yeast fall under?
Yeast is a fungal infection, that falls in the order of fungi. Yeast can also cause an infection in infants known as thrush.
Which condition results from an infection by a yeast like fungal organism?
Candidiasis is a condition that results from an infection by a yeast-like fungal organism, typically Candida species. Symptoms can include oral thrush, vaginal yeast infections, and invasive candidiasis in severe cases. Treatment usually involves antifungal medications.
Is thrush a virus fungi or bacteria?
Thrush is caused by an overgrowth of yeast, often caused by use of antibiotics killing off good bacteria (as well as the bad).
Is a yeast infection the same as a fungal infection?
There are different types of fungal infections.A yeast infection is a specific type of fungal infection (candida yeast).
Is thrush viral or bacterial?
No, thrush is not a bacteria. Thrush is the name of a yeast infection.
How do you know if thrush is a virus or bacteria?
You have to look it up. Thrush is a fungal infection.
Can thrush cause cavities?
Thrush, a fungal infection in the mouth, does not directly cause cavities. However, the overgrowth of yeast in thrush can lead to a decrease in saliva production, which plays a role in preventing cavities. It is important to manage thrush to maintain good oral health.
Can oral thrush spread to a vaginal yeast infection?
Yes. Thrush is a yeast infection of the mouth and can be spread to other warm moist areas of the body.
Can a man get something from a woman from yeast infection?
Yes. He can get a yeast infection on his penis, or if he performs oral, he could get thrush, which is a yeast infection in the mouth.
The common name for candidiasis is what?
Candidiasis is commonly called a yeast infection or thrush.
