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thrush

Meaning of thrush: A condition in which Candida albicans, a type of yeast, grows out of control in moist skin areas of the body.

Definition of thrush

A condition in which Candida albicans, a type of yeast, grows out of control in moist skin areas of the body. It is usually a result of a weakened immune system, but can be a side effect of chemotherapy or treatment with antibiotics. Thrush usually affects the mouth (oral thrush); however, rarely, it spreads throughout the entire body. Also called candidiasis and candidosis.

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