noun, plural chiaroscuros. 1. the distribution of light and shade in a picture. 2. Painting. the use of deep variations in and subtle gradations of light and shade, especially to enhance the delineation of character and for general dramatic effect: Rembrandt is a master of chiaroscuro.
In infants. Symptoms of thrush in an infant may include: 1  White patches inside the mouth and on the tongue that look like cottage cheese or milk curds. 2  Thrush is often mistaken for milk or formula. 3  The patches stick to the mouth and tongue and cannot be easily wiped away. 4  When rubbed, the patches may bleed.
Children and adults. Initially, you may not even notice symptoms of oral thrush. Depending on the underlying cause, signs and symptoms may develop slowly or suddenly, and they may persist for days, weeks or months. Signs and symptoms may include: Creamy white lesions on your tongue, inner cheeks, and sometimes on the roof of your mouth, gums and tonsils.