How to Treat Thrush on the Tongue

 Tehnologi69 - The appearance of canker sores on the tongue can certainly be annoying. Canker sores can cause unpleasant taste, pain and burning in the mouth, and decreased ability to taste. This condition will certainly disturb you when eating and drinking.

Thrush can be caused by several things. Medical conditions such as aphthous stomatitis (thrush), stress, diabetes, HIV infection, cancer, smoking habits, side effects of certain drugs, side effects of chemotherapy, sores on the tongue, and hormonal changes during pregnancy are some of the causes of thrush (ulcers). ) on the tongue.

But apart from the above conditions, thrush on the tongue can also occur due to an infection of the mouth caused by a fungus and is known as oral thrush. These canker sores can be recognized by their appearance that looks like a whitish wound. Not only on the tongue, but canker sores can also appear on the inner cheeks, gums, tonsils, to the back of the throat.

Use of antifungal drugs for thrush on the tongue

Generally, canker sores that are not caused by yeast infection can go away on their own in a few days to 2 weeks. However, if the thrush is caused by a yeast infection, then an antifungal medication is needed to stop the growth of the fungus. This medicine can be in the form of tablets and liquid medicine.

One of the oral thrush medication options is the antifungal drug clomatrizole, in the form of chewable tablets that are allowed to dissolve in the mouth. Also, there is the antifungal drug nystatin. This medicine is used like mouthwash that is left in the mouth for some time and then swallowed.

If the above medicines don't help, your doctor may prescribe fluconazole or itraconazole. This drug is also commonly given to people with HIV / AIDS who suffer from a yeast infection in the mouth.

If a baby who is still breastfed (ASI) develops thrush on the tongue, then the treatment in the form of an antifungal cream is also given to the mother's breast. This is to prevent recurring infections.

Thrush on the tongue should receive treatment from a doctor, especially if it does not improve or the exact cause is unknown.

Treatment of thrush on the tongue independently at home

Some of the following ways can be done at home to help relieve pain due to thrush on the tongue, how:

• Brush your teeth twice a day

This is done to maintain oral hygiene. If necessary, use dental floss or dental floss once a day. Change your toothbrush frequently when you have a yeast infection. Avoid sharing toothbrushes with other people, even relatives or partners.

• Do not use mouthwash or spray

This is to prevent the growth of normal oral flora unless recommended by a doctor to treat certain conditions.

• Gargle with saltwater

Mix 1/2 teaspoon of salt in one cup of warm water. Then gargle a few moments and throw it away. You can gargle with salt water several times a day.

• Drink lots of water

If canker sores hurt when you drink, then use a straw. Choose foods that don't need to be chewed a lot, For example, soft food, jelly, and ice cream.

• Unsweetened yogurt

To restore the levels of good bacteria in the body, consume unsweetened yogurt that contains Lactobacillus acidophilus, or it can also be taken in capsule form.

• Limit your intake of sugar and products containing yeast

Such as bread, beer, and wine that can encourage the development of mushrooms.

Do not underestimate canker sores on the tongue, especially if they are annoying and are not getting better. Consult a doctor for further treatment.