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.
In Adults and Children. Primarily the oral thrush has no symptoms of note. Symptoms and signs can develop rapidly, but can continue for a rather extended time and may include: Lesions with appearance resembling cottage cheese. White creamy lesions on inner cheeks, tongue as well as the mouth roof, tonsils and gums. Pain.