Diseases

Oral Moniliasis

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Yeast infection of the mouth and throat caused by a fungus formerly called monilia, now known as candida albicans. This infection is also known as thrush. Yeast organisms are part of the germs normally found in various parts of the body.

SYMPTOMS

Pain circumstances: can occur while swallowing
Mouth: bad breath, burning mouth syndrome, dryness, or white tongue
Also common: abnormality of taste, difficulty swallowing, or redness

CAUSES

Oral moniliasis: yeast infection of the mouth and throat caused by a fungus formerly called monilia, now known as candida albicans. This infection is also known as thrush. Yeast organisms are part of the germs normally found in various parts of the body. They ordinarily do not cause any symptoms.