Thrush and Invasive Candidiasis

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Candida albicans is a very common fungus found in the mouth of people of all ages.

For instance, the fungus lives in the mouths of 30 to 45 percent of healthy adults, according to a 2002 report in the Postgraduate Medical Journal.

Despite this prevalence, an oral infection by C. albicans, which is called thrush or oral candidiasis, is not very common in the general population, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Thrush mainly affects the very young, the old, and people with weakened immune systems (including people using steroids).

Symptoms of thrush include creamy white sores in the mouth, including on the tongue, inner cheeks, and gums, and pain during swallowing.

If a mild thrush infection develops after antibiotic use, consuming probiotics or yogurt with active cultures, or taking over-the-counter Lactobacillus acidophilus (a beneficial bacteria) pills, may be all that's required, as these treatments help restore the normal balance of microbes in the mouth.

More serious infections require antifungal medications, including special mouthwashes and lozenges.

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