Can a woman get a yeast infection in her mouth?

F.D.

Yes, women and men (and babies and children) can get yeast infections in the mouth; this is called "thrush." Thrush can occur from performing oral sex on someone who has a genital yeast infection. It can occur when yeast is transmitted to the mouth via thumb-sucking, nail biting or chewing on objects that have yeast on them. It may occur after taking potent antibiotics, which can wipe out the beneficial bacteria that normally keep yeast in check. It may occur in immunocompromised people, including those undergoing cancer chemotherapy, using steroid medicines or infected with HIV. Diabetics are also more likely to get yeast infections, including thrush.

Oral yeast can be easily diagnosed by examining the mouth., It usually forms a thick, white plaque on the tongue or sides of the mouth that can be wiped off. It is treated by using antifungal rinses or lozenges, available by prescription. If you think you have an oral yeast infection, you need to see your doctor for treatment.