Yeast infections are bad enough when they are in the genital or folded skin areas but when it is a yeast infection of the tounge then it is quite an uncomfortable mess. When a yeast infection presents itself in the oral cavity, it is also called oral thrush and can manifest itself on the gums, palate, tongue and more.

If you have a yeast infection of the tounge, you can expect some uncomfortable sensations along with food and drink tasting a bit off. Of course, the food and drink can exacerbate the yeast infection especially if it contains acidic foods which could burn vulnerable areas or sugary foods which actually feed the yeast, causing a proliferation of more.