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Oral thrush

Thrush is an infection caused by a yeast-like fungus whose proper name is Candida albicans. This fungus occurs widely and is usually unnoticed. However if it starts to multiply rapidly it can cause problems in many different parts of the body, including the vagina, the mouth (especially in babies, where it causes white patches on the tongue and inside the cheeks) and in the nappy area.

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In an emergency

If you are in an emergency situation, call 000

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