What should I do if I suspect thrush in my baby's mouth?

27-year-old woman2 years ago

Hello, my 4 month old baby received his vaccines yesterday and this morning I noticed the beginning of thrush (tongue, cheek and lips). (It doesn't go away when I scratch) I read in your other publications that we can put a canesten cream in baby's mouth and on the nipples. 4x a day for 1 week?

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Naji-tom Samaha · 2 years ago

Good morning, ma'am,

It is unlikely that vaccination can cause thrush, although it is not impossible

Is your baby breastfed?

27-year-old woman · 2 years ago

Yes, I breastfeed her!

27-year-old woman · 2 years ago

Can I use a canesten cream to treat my mouth and prevent my breasts?

Naji-tom Samaha · 2 years ago

Thanks for the information!

Canesten cream can indeed be applied on the breast (it is even recommended when baby is treated), but you will have to consult to treat the baby, as a more user-friendly and recognized product is available, but only with a prescription.

27-year-old woman · 2 years ago

Perfect, thank you very much!

Naji-tom Samaha · 2 years ago

We'd love to!

Tom Samaha, pharmacist

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