🍄 Thrush (Oral Candidiasis) Thrush is a common fungal infection of the mouth caused by Candida species, most often Candida albicans. It results in white patches on the mucous membranes of the mouth. 🧬 Causes/Risk Factors: 🩺 Symptoms: 🔍 Diagnosis: 💊 Treatment: ⚠️ Complications:
🦷 Herpetic Stomatitis Herpetic stomatitis is a painful viral infection of the mouth caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV), usually type 1 (HSV-1). It most commonly affects young children but can also occur in adults. 🧬 Cause: 🩺 Types: 🧒 Who’s at Risk? 💥 Symptoms (Primary Infection): Symptoms may last 7 to 14 days,
Influenza, commonly called the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can range from mild to severe and affects the nose, throat, and lungs. In serious cases, especially in the very young, elderly, or those with underlying health conditions, it can lead to hospitalization or death. 🦠 Types of Influenza Viruses
