Fungal Infection

Any part of our body can develop a fungal infection. An athlete’s foot with jock, rashes on babies, and women with vaginal yeast infections are some types of fungal infections. A substance called chitin is found in microorganisms. These microorganisms are also known as fungi. Mushrooms are edible fungus that are rich in proteins and good for health. Aspergillus is an extremely dangerous fungus that can lead to life-threatening diseases.

Fungal infections are the result of various fungi that are not found on or inside our body but can cause infection and can colonize our bodies. Fungus, when residing inside our body, multiply themselves, causing infections at times becoming out of control. Fungal infections can spread from one person to another, and they are contagious. Infected animals, contaminated soil, or substances can be a reason for spreading fungal infections to you. Appoint a doctor if any such problems of fungal infection occur on your body. Mycosis is also a fungal infection which is a skin disease caused by fungus. The fungus has millions of species and families. They build homes on dirty places, plants, household surfaces, and even on our skin.

Types of Fungal Infection

The skin is very sensitive and can be affected by many common fungal infections. Mucous membranes are another common area that gets affected by fungal infections in addition to the skin. Oral thrush and yeast infections in women are very common. Below are some of the most common types of fungal infections that need to be treated.

• The ringworm mainly appears on the torso and limbs. It is a ring-shaped rash with slightly raised edges and appears to be itchy. It is contagious and is treated with antifungal ointment.

• The infection that appears near your groin and thighs is Jock Itch. It commonly appears in adolescent men and boys. It's a red itchy rash that appears on the inner thighs and can spread up to the buttock and abdomen.

• A small oval discoloured patch formed over the skin is a fungal skin infection also known as Tinea Versicolor. The back, chest, and upper arms are often detected with this fungal infection. It looks different from the rest of the skin and may appear red, pink, tan, and brown. This infection usually happens to people staying in warm places and humid regions.

• Cutaneous candidiasis is a fungus caused by Candida fungi that resides on or inside our body. Places with poor ventilation, warm and humid climates are residents of Candida skin infection. They are similar to diaper rashes, red and itchy.

• Onychomycosis is a fingernail or toenails fungal infection that appears in adults. This may lead to discolouration, brittle nails with thick ends.

Fungal Infection Causes

Increased risk of fungal infection or getting them appears from several factors. If a person lives in a warm and wet environment, he can develop infections. Sweating heavily and keeping your skin and body dirty can also result in fungal infections. Various activities that involve skin-to-skin contact like gymming, sharing towels, sharing the same clothes, may lead to fungal infections. Animals can also spread infections if they are infected with any. It may also appear in your body if your immunity is low due to immune suppressant drugs, demos, etc. These are some fungal infection causes that can be treated if detected early.

Fungal Infection Symptoms

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Fungal infection symptoms depend on their type and heredity. Some infections may appear like itchy red rashes, skin changes in colour, cracking, and peeling skins. An athlete’s foot is a fungal infection whose symptoms are blisters, redness, peeling skin, stinging, and burning sensations. Symptoms of yeast infections are swelling, itching, burning sensation around the vagina, and difficulty while urinating. Fungal infection symptoms around the groin and buttocks are jock itch. Chafing, burning, cracking, flaking, and peeling of dry skin in the infected area. Symptoms of ringworm infection are easy to detect through the shape and redness of the area.

Diagnosis and Treatment

Doctors usually scrap pieces of the affected skin area or toenails fungus to examine under a microscope. These detections lead to the result that proves if it is caused by fungal infection or due to any other diseases. Toenail or fingernail infections may take months to recover with proper medications. All the infections like jock itch, yeast infections, and ringworms are easily curable if treated correctly. Fungal ointments and creams are easily available in the drug store that can help you cure the infection.

Fungal infections are treated with prescription creams, but serious infections need more medications and care. Fungal infection treatments and precautions can also avoid fungal skin infections, and listening to a doctor early can also help. Most cases are easily treated by working directly with a doctor.