Oral thrush and perianal thrush

Oral Thrush and Perianal Thrush

Oral Thrush (Mouth Thrush)

Oral thrush is a fungal infection caused by candida albicans.

Oral thrush characterized by white patches on the mucus membrane of mouth. 

When attempt to wipe off bleeding occurs.

Etiology

Infection occur during from maternal vaginal infection.

Occur after birth through contact with infected infants.

Contaminated bottle teats (nipple) and contaminated hands who give care to neonates.

Perianal Thrush

Perianal thrush may cause soreness of buttocks.

Affected area of skin is red and infection extend around umbilical area.

Treatment

1. Topical application prescribed by physician 

Nystatin or Amphotericin cream, clotrimazole or miconazole suspension is done.

Suspension administered inside infant's mouth Three times a day (TDS) for 4-5 days.