Thursday, June 2, 2011

How to treat Thrush or known as stomatitis

Thrush or known as stomatitis is a swelling or inflammation that occurs in the lining of the mouth mucosa.

This can be caused from several factors, such as stress, wounds in mouth, food allergies, menstrual cycle, too many take antibiotics or acid.

In some cases, the materials in the house can be an easy way to treat thrush:
1. Gargling with salt water
Gargling with warm water mixed with salt three times a day to heal wounds quickly thrush. Salt content to draw fluid in order to accelerate wound healing of thrush.

2. Drinking yogurt
Yogurt helps the balance of bacteria in the mouth and body. This will speed healing and help prevent thrush. To feel the results, make sure the yogurt contains live acidophilus.

3. Rinse mouth with traditional medicine
Rinse mouth with one of several traditional medicines, such as aloe vera, grape seed extract, hydrogen peroxide, plum juice, tea tree oil and warm water with salt.

4. Apply wounds with garlic and papaya
Applying the medication directly to the thrush can also accelerate wound healing process. Use raw onion, papaya or tea bag directly on the wound thrush.

5. Take vitamins
Studies show thrush is more common in people with less vitamin B. Vitamin C, iron and folic acid also plays a role in preventing and healing of thrush.

If the thrush does not go away until 2 weeks or more, then you should see a doctor. This is a sign of more serious conditions that need to be addressed.

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