Oral thrush can also spread to the roof of your mouth or your throat.

If you’re currently nursing a baby with oral thrush, your child might give the infection to you. A low dose of antifungal medicine for your baby and an antifungal cream for your skin should clear this up.

Always ask a dentist to check out the white patch before self-diagnosing. If your dentist thinks the leukoplakia is serious, they might suggest getting a biopsy.

If you’re anemic, you may notice other symptoms, like tiredness, pale skin, swollen feet and hands, shortness of breath, dizzy spells, and more.

You might take certain supplements to make up for your nutrient deficiency, or your doctor might recommend a transfusion.

Don’t eat any spicy, acidic, or hot foods while your sore heals—these can make the pain and discomfort a lot worse.