Perhaps you have already heard the word ‘thrush’. It is a term that generally refers to a fungal infection from Candida Albicans. It commonly appears in the mouth (oral thrush) or in a woman’s private parts (vaginal thrush). There are also instances when thrush appears on other areas of the body. The fungi only grow when its food supply is more than adequate such as when a person has diabetes. The fungi have a lot of blood sugar to feed on.
When you have oral thrush, you may experience soreness in the throat and the mouth; there are is also white discharge on the surface of the mouth. Adults and even babies may suffer from oral thrush. Babies are more susceptible to oral thrush since they often suck on feeding bottle nipples. The infection may be transferred onto the mother when the baby is breastfed. With vaginal thrush, you may suffer from itchiness; see cheesy white discharge from the vagina. The area is also redder in appearance than usual; pain during intercourse and urinating may also be experienced. The infection may be diagnosed through swab and laboratory examinations. It is for these inconvenient and troubling reasons that you would want to treat your infection. Creams, lozenges, gels and other treatments may be prescribed by your doctor; yet there are some helpful home remedies that you can use to treat thrush.
Baking Soda and vinegar. Both ingredients are effective as cleaning agents around the house, aside from being used in cooking foods. When mixed together in a solution, they also help eliminate your discomforts from thrush. Use a swap to wipe and apply the solution to the cheeks, tongue and gums of the baby. Fresh solution should be used for everyday application.
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