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[|Human|] Okay so Im having some oral problems :( Every morning I awake to this absolutely disgusting taste in my mouth, my teeth, tongue and gums are like covered in a layer of this gooey white crap. I always get these slightly painful small white dots on my tongue and at the moment I have this painful ulcer like thing on the side of my tongue. I would really like to know what to do. (I have my tongue pierced if this helps at all) Thankyou..
[|AI|]  You are probably having oral candidiasis. Oral candidiasis is an infection of yeast (Candida)on the mucous membranes of the mouth. Candidiasis usually appear as thick white or cream-colored deposits on mucosal membranes. Risk group includesNewborns, Diabetics,those taking oral corticosteroids, people with immune deficiency, smokers etc. Lightly brushing the lesions away reveals a reddened, tender area that may bleed slightly. A microscopic examination of tissue from a lesion can confirm the diagnosis. Antifungal medications, which are generally taken for 10 to 14 days, are often prescribed to treat thrush. These medicines are available in tablets, lozenges, or liquids. The treatment approach is designed for you based on your age and the cause of the infection. Because the presence of candida infection can be a symptom of other medical problems, i suggest that you seek care from a local medical doctor as well, so that any underlying health problems you may have can be treated