While mouths can be a breeding ground for bacteria, they can also contain fungus. That’s what happens when you acquire a thrush yeast infection.

Usually newborns, infants, and toddlers acquire this disorder. A fungus called “Candida albicans” causes it. When this plant infects the mouth of a child, it becomes “oropharyngeal Candidiasis.”

Oftentimes this disorder does not cause major health concerns. Sometimes it can cause pain. However, the most frequent symptom is for white areas to cover the interior of the mouth. The sections of the mouth that usually contain these white areas include:  Read the rest of this entry »