Oral Candidiasis Meaning, Causes and More
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Causes of Oral Candidiasis
Small quantities of Candida fungus are usually present in the mouths and digestive tracts of most healthy people. Beneficial bacteria and other microorganisms typically keep the fungus from spreading out of control. But when the balance between the beneficial bacteria and the fungus is disturbed, Candida fungus may proliferate and cause oral candidiasis.
The presence of certain medical conditions or using various medications may also create the imbalance between fungus and beneficial bacteria that allows oral candidiasis to develop.2‘Thrush: Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatments & Prevention.’ Cleveland Clinic, my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/10956-thrush
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