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Hi My son is 2 months old and has white patches in his entire mouth as and when he drinks milk. Please advise if it is a problem and what can be done. Thanks
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More likely to be milk deposits... Fungal infection can not be ruled out... Visit a Pediatrician
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White patches only on tongue is because of milk. If it's there in entire mouth it can be candid infection which commonly happens in infants. Please visit a pediatrician.
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