How to treat thrush since thrush is easily passed back and forth it s best if both you and your baby get treated.
How to treat thrush in baby mouth.
However the following tips may help to prevent some bouts.
If you bottle feed regularly sterilise all feeding equipment especially teats.
However while uncommon the thrush can spread through the baby s body and cause diaper rash.
Some people suggest giving a baby a drink of sterilised water after a feed.
If thrush is affecting your baby s diaper area or scalp you may be able to use.
Treatment for thrush in babies medical treatment.
In the above image of severe baby thrush treatment is definitely needed.
For your baby your pediatrician may prescribe an antifungal medication such as nystatin which is applied topically to the insides of the mouth and tongue multiple times a day for 10 days.
To use this medication swish the medication in your mouth for several minutes and then swallow it to clear the throat and esophagus.
In many cases no medical treatment is needed.
Nystatin swish and swallow is a commonly prescribed medication for thrush.
Regularly sterilise all dummies and other mouth toys used by your baby.
Wash your own hands often too.
It helps to clear up infections and yeast growths.
Also your baby can get a sore mouth.
For oral thrush your doctor may prescribe antifungal medication drops or a gel containing.
Use a nystatin rinse.