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I think DS has oral thrush - is there anything I can I buy over the counter?

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MissGolightly · 21/06/2007 10:55

I think DS (14 months) has oral thrush, he's been picking at his food and has big white patches on his tongue.

Are there any home remedies or anything I can buy over the counter to sort him out? I can't get a doc's appointment for ages. Or do you think this warrants an emergency appointment?

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saltire · 21/06/2007 10:56

There is something availiable over the counter, its a liquid that you paint on. I have used, but I'm blowed if I can remember the name of it. it tastes aniseedy

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MissGolightly · 21/06/2007 11:10

Thanks Saltire - if anyone can remember the name of the medication I would be grateful!

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MissGolightly · 21/06/2007 11:38

Bump? Off down the town this afternoon so if anyone can help before 12 that woudl be sooooooper.

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belgo · 21/06/2007 11:41

nystatin. If you can't buy it over the counter, then I think you should get an emergency appointment. Oral thrush is painful, can make it difficult for him to eat and sleep, tell them that when you make the appointment.