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.
Oral thrush is a fungal infection of the mouth. It is not contagious and is usually successfully treated with antifungal medication. It is also called oral candidosis (or candiasis) because it is caused by a group of yeasts called Candida. Symptoms of oral thrush can include: 1  white patches (plaques) in the mouth that can often be wiped off, leaving behind red areas that may bleed slightly. 2  loss of taste or an unpleasant taste in the mouth. 3  redness inside the mouth and throat.
Symptoms of thrush. 1  Typical symptoms of thrush in women include: 2  Soreness, redness, and irritation of skin in and around the vagina; 3  Swelling at the entrance of the vagina; 4  Burning pain when passing urine; 5  A creamy, white, lumpy discharge; 6  Pain or discomfort during sex.