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Thrush (Candida)

By Mark Cichocki, R.N., About.com

Created: November 16, 2008

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Definition: A yeast-like fungi commonly found in the normal flora of the mouth, skin, intestinal tract, and vagina, which can become clinically infectious in immune-compromised persons. Appears as white patches in the mouth, on the tongue, gums, or insides of the cheek.

Your Complete Guide to Thrush

Opportunistic Infections - Fungal Infections

Also Known As: Oral Candida
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