Thrush Prevention

There are some preventive measures that can be taken to reduce your risk of thrush.

• Thrush in adults is associated with AIDS. Obtain a blood test for HIV and follow recommended prevention guidelines: use condoms and other protection and avoid needles except under sterile conditions.
• If you are at high risk or prone to thrush, you may be given an antifungal medication as a preventive measure.
• If you are prone to thrush, avoid overuse of mouthwashes and mouth sprays. These can upset the normal balance of yeast and bacteria in your mouth.
• If your baby is prone to thrush and drinks from a bottle, use disposable nipples.
• Avoid unnecessary use of antibiotics.
• If you must take antibiotics, consider eating yogurt or using acidophilus tablets during antibiotic treatment and for several weeks thereafter.
• Decrease intake of sugar and yeast-containing foods and beverages, such as bread, wine, and beer.
• If you use a cortisone inhaler, rinse your mouth thoroughly after each use.