DEFINITION
This can produce a pattern identical to many other types of eczema, but the fungus can be visualized with a scraping under the microscope or grown in culture.
Fungal Infection Symptoms
The symptoms of a fungal infection will depend on the type, but common symptoms include the following:
A fungal skin infection might cause :
TYPES OF FUNGAL INFECTION
Ringworm, also called tinea corporis, isn’t a worm but a fungal skin Tinea corporis or Ringworm is a skin infection caused by a fungus that lives on dead tissues, such as the skin, hair, and nails. Ringworm is caused by a fungus and not a worm. It typically occurs on the torso and limbs. Ringworm on other areas of the body can have different names, such as athlete’s foot and jock itch.Ringworm is a common fungal skin infection and is highly contagious. It’s not serious.
SYMPTOMS
Ringworm diagnosis
Doctor can diagnose ringworm based on your symptoms. They might ask whether you’ve come into contact with infected people or animals. They might also take samples from the area and look at them under a microscope to be sure.
Athlete’s foot is a fungal infection that affects the skin of feet, often between toes.The fungi grow best in warm, moist places such as shoes, socks, swimming pools, locker rooms, and public showers. They’re often found in the summer and in hot, humid climates. It happens more often in people who wear tight shoes, who don’t change their sweaty socks, and who use public baths and pools.
CAUSES
The fungi behind athlete’s foot live on the dead tissue of your hair, toenails, and outer skin layers. At least four kinds of fungus can cause the infection. The most common is Trichophyton rubrum.
Typical Symptoms of Athlete’s Foot Include :
Signs of athlete's foot vary from person to person. You might have :
In some cases, the infection can also spread to other areas of body. Examples include nails, groin, or hands (tinea manuum).
Types of athlete's foot
This is also called toe web infection. Most people with athlete’s foot have this form. It usually occurs between two smallest toes. The infection can spread to the sole of foot.
This form can begin with irritation, dryness, itching, or scaly skin. Over time, skin may thicken and crack. This infection can involve entire sole and extend onto the sides of foot.
This is the rarest kind of athlete's foot. It usually begins with a sudden outbreak of fluid-filled blisters, often on the underside of foot. They also can appear between toes, on heel, or on top of foot.
The infection is also known as tinea cruris. Tinea loves warm, moist areas like genitals, inner thighs, and buttocks. Infections happen more often in the summer or in warm, wet climates.Jock itch is a red, itchy rash that’s often ring-shaped. Jock itch is a fungal skin infection that happens in the area of groin and thighs. It’s most common in men and adolescent boys.
Jock Itch Symptoms
The main symptom is an itchy red rash that typically starts in the groin area or around the upper inner thighs. The rash may get worse after exercise or other physical activity and can spread to the buttocks and abdomen.
Symptoms of jock itch include:
Ringworm is the fungus that causes both jock itch and athlete’s foot. When it appears anywhere else on the body, the infection is just called ringworm.This fungal infection affects the skin of the scalp and the associated hair shafts. It’s most common in young children.
Symptoms
The symptoms can include:
Yeast infections of your skin are called cutaneous candidiasis. A type of fungus called candida causes these infections when it grows too much. Yeast infections aren’t contagious.The infections are most common in warm, moist, creased areas of your body, including your armpits and groin. They often happen in people who are obese or who have diabetes. People taking antibiotics are also at higher risk. Candida can cause diaper rash in infants. It can also cause infections in your nails, vagina, or mouth (oral thrush).
Yeast infection symptoms
Signs of a yeast infection on skin include:
Signs of a yeast infection in nail beds include:
Signs of thrush (yeast infection of mouth) include:
Signs of a vaginal yeast infection include:
Yeast infection diagnosis
Doctor will ask about your medical history and do a physical exam. They might also take a sample from the affected area to look at under a microscope.
Tinea versicolor, sometimes called pityriasis versicolor, is a fungal/yeast skin infection that causes small oval discolored patches to develop on the skin. It’s caused by an overgrowth of a specific type of fungus called Malassezia, which is naturally present on the skin of about 90 percent of adults.These discolored skin patches most often occur on the back, chest, and upper arms. They may look lighter or darker than the rest of your skin, and can be red, pink, tan, or brown. These patches can be itchy, flaky, or scaly. Tinea versicolor is more likely during the summer or in areas with a warm, wet climate.
This is a skin infection that’s caused by Candida fungi. This type of fungi is naturally present on and inside our bodies. When it overgrows, an infection can happen.
Candida skin infections occur in areas that are warm, moist, and poorly ventilated. Some examples of typical areas that can be affected include under the breasts and in the folds of the buttocks, such as in diaper rash.
The symptoms of a Candida infection of the skin can include:
Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of your nails. It can affect the fingernails or the toenails, although infections of the toenails are more common.
SYMPTOMS
May have onychomycosis if you have nails that are:
Prescription medications are often required to treat this type of infection. In severe cases, your doctor may remove some or all of an affected nail.
Risk factors
There are several factors that can put you at an increased risk of getting a fungal skin infection. These include :
Prevention
Keep the following in mind to help prevent a fungal skin infection from developing :
HOMOEOPATHIC MEDICATION FOR FUNGAL INFECTIONS
Symptoms :
This medicine is best suited to dark-complexioned people who are mild in nature and have firm musculature. Peoples who benefit from this remedy experience the following symptoms :
This remedy is strongly indicated for vaginitis with watery, thin, unpleasant-smelling, very irritating discharge that makes the vulva swell and itch. Symptoms may be worse in the morning and worse when standing up. Infections are more likely to appear before the menstrual period or during pregnancy.
Vaginitis with discharge resembling egg-white, which itches and makes the vagina feel dry and irritated, is likely to respond to this remedy. A woman who needs this remedy often seems reserved, yet is very emotional inside. A craving for salt and a tendency to feel worse from being in the sun are other indications for Natrum muriaticum.
If yeast infections cause vaginal discharge that is yellow and itchy, or white and curdlike, this remedy may be indicated. A woman needing Sepia often feels worn down and irritable, with cold extremities and and a weak or sagging feeling in the pelvic region. Discharge may be more profuse in the morning and increased by walking.
Yeast infections of the vagina with discharge resembling egg white, and a feeling that warm water is flowing out, suggest the use of this remedy. Vaginitis that responds to Borax usually appears midway between the menstrual periods. A person who needs this remedy is often nervous and very sensitive to noise.
This remedy may be indicated in cases of vaginitis where discharge is yellow and tenacious, and makes the vulva itch and burn. Symptoms may be worse in the morning. The person feels better from resting and keeping warm.
When this remedy is indicated for yeast infections, symptoms may be changeable. A creamy white or yellowish discharge appears, which can be either bland or irritating. The vagina may feel sore, and the labia may itch or burn. The woman will be moody, possibly tearful, wanting a lot of attention and affection. This remedy is often helpful for vaginitis during pregnancy.
Discharge that looks yellowish, is offensive-smelling, and causes great burning and itching brings this remedy to mind. Symptoms may be aggravated by warmth and bathing.
Symptoms :
This remedy is best suited to peoples who are fair in complexion and fat with relaxed musculature . it is used in treatment of fungal infections of the skin and genital tract in women. People who benefit from this remedy have the following symptoms ,
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This medicine work best in the people who are calm and do not get disturbed by emotional flare-ups, anger, hatred, etc. individuals requiring mezereum are generally hesitant and very sensitiveto cold air . it is useful in the treatment of fungal infections, especially of the skin . people who benefit from this remedy have the following symptoms :
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This remedy acts best in peoples who have a tendancy to suffer from swollen glands. It is mainly used in treatment of fungal infections of the skin and genital tract and is especially effective in treating ringworm of the skin. Peoples who benefit from this remedy have the following symptoms :
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This medicine acts best in peoples who are short in stature and heavily built. They are fair in complexion , slow in action, always feel chilly and have a tendency for skin disorders and constipation. It is used in treatment of fungal infection of the skin and genitals tract . it is also helpful in treatment of fungal infection of the oral cavity caused by candida albicans. Peoples who benefit from this remedy have the following symptoms :
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Peoples who have underdeveloped growth respond well to this medicine. It is useful in the treatment of fungal infection of the skin n genitals organs in womens. It is also effective in the treatment of STD’s like gonorrhea. Peoples who benefit from this remedy experience in the following symptoms :
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This medicine acts best in peoples who have a tendency to offensive or foul smelling bodily discharges, such as sweat and ear discharge. It is very effective in the treatment of fungal infections of the skin such as ringworm n barber’s itch. Patient who benefit it have the following symptoms :
