I have had thrush for the last 4-5 weeks. Since I discovered what it was (about 2-3 weeks ago), I have been applying Daktarin gel to my nipples and to bub's tongue, but have had no luck as yet. The last two days I have also had Diflucan and am thinking that it is possibly starting to become less painful. Should I take another one today? For how many days?

My GP also suggested that I try Gentian Violet for the thrush. Does anyone have any experience with this? I've googled and discovered that this can cause sores in the baby's mouth in some cases (very few) so I'm not sure whether I should risk this. Has anyone tried Gentian Violet? Was it successful? Were there any side effects/complications for you or your baby?

I've also just been diagnosed with mastitis (see my other thread!) and am now on antibiotics. I know that this can exacerbate thrush so I am extra eager to get this under control.