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Should I talk to my doctor about my oral thrush symptoms?

American Dental Association
American Dental Association
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Your dentist should examine any mouth sore that lasts a week or longer, including oral thrush. Your dentist can determine the best treatment by determining the cause of the sore. If the problem persists, it can be a symptom of a disease or disorder.

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RealAge
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Talk to your doctor about your oral thrush symptoms, especially if you have never had it before. Sometimes oral thrush can be a warning sign of an underlying disease, such as diabetes. Tell your doctor about your oral thrush symptoms if you have a chronic health condition, if your immune system is weakened, or if you use inhaled corticosteroids. If you have HIV, contact your doctor right away if you have oral thrush symptoms.

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