Oral Candidiasis Treatment in India
About Oral Candidiasis
Key Highlights
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Highly effective in resolving painful oral lesions and restoring normal feeding and comfort in infants and children.Treatment is typically straightforward with topical antifungal medications that have an excellent safety profile.Early diagnosis and treatment can prevent the spread of infection to other areas like the esophagus (esophageal candidiasis).Helps identify underlying contributing factors in recurrent cases, such as immune status or hygiene practices.
Who is this surgery for?
- Presence of characteristic white, curd-like plaques on the oral mucosa that do not wipe away easily or bleed upon scraping.
- Infant or child exhibiting signs of oral discomfort, fussiness, or difficulty feeding.
- Occurrence in high-risk groups: newborns, infants on antibiotics or corticosteroids, or children with weakened immune systems.
- Recurrent episodes suggesting an underlying predisposing condition that requires evaluation.
How to prepare
- No specific medical preparation is needed for the diagnostic examination.
- For application of topical medication, ensure the child's mouth is clean; feeding may be paused briefly before application.
- Have the prescribed antifungal suspension or gel ready as directed by the pediatrician.
- Prepare a calm environment to help keep the infant or young child still during the oral examination and medication application.
Risks & possible complications
- Minimal risks are associated with the diagnostic visual exam.
- Topical antifungals may cause minor local irritation or an unpleasant taste, leading to spitting out the medication.
- In rare cases, especially with systemic medication, potential for drug interactions or side effects like nausea or liver enzyme changes.
- Risk of recurrence if underlying causes (e.g., ongoing antibiotic use, poor hygiene of feeding equipment) are not addressed.
- Progression to a more severe, systemic infection is a risk in severely immunocompromised children if left untreated.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Improvement is often seen within 2-3 days of starting antifungal treatment, with complete resolution typically in 7-14 days.
- Continue the full course of medication as prescribed, even if symptoms improve earlier, to prevent recurrence.
- Practice good oral hygiene: gently clean the infant's gums and tongue with a soft, damp cloth.
- Sterilize bottle nipples, pacifiers, and breast pump parts regularly if applicable.
- Monitor for resolution of symptoms and return to normal feeding patterns. Contact your pediatrician if there is no improvement or if symptoms worsen.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
7-14 days
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering oral candidiasis in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for oral candidiasis in India include Manipal Hospital Hebbal, Manipal Hospital Salem, Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur, Manipal Hospital Doddaballapur, Manipal Hospital Goa , known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform oral candidiasis. MediFyr helps you compare pediatrics specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for oral candidiasis compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Oral Candidiasis in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated pediatrics teams and experience managing patients undergoing oral candidiasis.
Salem, India
18 Doctors
Karan Shah is a 4-month-old infant,...
Karan Shah is a 4-month-old infant, born full-term and previously healthy, who is exclusively breastfed. Over the past three days, his mother noticed he has become increasingly fussy during feeds, pulling away and crying. She saw white, curd-like patches on his tongue and inner cheeks that couldn't be wiped away. His pediatrician diagnosed Oral Candidiasis (thrush) during a well-baby visit, noting it's common in infants. The doctor recommended an antifungal suspension, Nystatin, to be applied with a dropper to the affected areas four times a day after feeds. Karan's mother found applying the medicine challenging as he would often push it out with his tongue, but she persisted. Within 48 hours, the white patches began to fade, and by day 5, they were completely gone. Karan resumed feeding comfortably. Emotionally, his mother moved from anxiety and guilt ('Did I cause this?') to relief and confidence once she saw the effective treatment and her happy, feeding baby again.
Pediatrics Specialists for Oral Candidiasis
Explore experienced pediatrics specialists who regularly perform oral candidiasis and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 18 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 31 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 24 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
- 19 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 19 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Hyderabad
- 17 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneshwar
- 11 Years Experience
- Pediatric Cardiac surgeon
Miot Hospital Chennai, Chennai
- 4 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, vijayawada
- 20 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 26 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 42 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria, Kolkata
- 35 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake, Kolkata
- 22 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 39 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore
- 39 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Jayanagar, Bangalore
- 27 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, Kolkata
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Dwarka, Delhi
- 15 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Bangalore
- 25 Years Experience
- Pediatrics Specialist
Manipal Hospital Kharadi, Pune