Treatment of Oral Thrush
If an oral thrush infection has been identified
Assess and monitor for pain and mouth discomfort
Administer medication if prescribed by the doctor
Encourage the resident to rinse their mouth with saline solution every two hours
Examine the mucous membrane of the resident for integrity
TreatmentAntifungal medication is to be prescribed by the doctor to treat candidiasis (oral thrush) in the mouth, throat, or oesophagus. Antifungal medicines are usually applied for seven to fourteen days to treat mild to moderate infections. |
Prevention
Educate residents and healthcare workers on how to care for their mouths properly
Educate residents about avoiding mouthwashes with high alcohol content, hydrogen peroxide, or lemon mouth swabs
Encourage nutritious diet and healthy lifestyle
Practice good oral hygiene including brushing teeth twice a day, flossing and regular dental check ups
For those with dentures, these should be removed before going to bed and cleaned daily, making sure they fit correctly
For those on inhaled corticosteroid treatments, rinse the mouth after each dose and clean teeth