fungal infection

Cutaneous Candidiasis (Skin Thrush) Causes, Pictures, Treatment

Fungal infections of the skin are a common medical problem throughout the globe. These infections are usually superficial meaning that it does not extend deeper than the outermost layers of the skin. Most of these infections are caused by a type of fungus known as dermatophytes which have specialized enzymes to digest >> Read More ...

Coccidioidomycosis (Valley Fever) Fungal Lung Infection

What is Coccidioidomycosis? Coccidioidomycosis is a fungal infection mainly isolated to the lung that arises with inhaling the airborne spores of the Coccidioides fungi. It is also known as valley fever and is a common infection among people who live in endemic areas. Coccidioidomycosis is often asymptomatic and when >> Read More ...

Fungal Sinusitis (Fungus in the Sinus Cavity)

What is fungal sinusitis? Fungal sinusitis is either an infection by fungi or an allergic reaction to fungi in the paranasal sinuses.  Overall  infectious fungal sinusitis is uncommon in the general population and is more likely to occur in people with weakened immune systems. An allergic reaction to the presence of the >> Read More ...

Tinea Versicolor (Neck, Chest, Back, Arm Skin Fungus) Pictures

There are various types of skin infections caused by fungi (singular ~ fungus). The most common of these are dermatophytes (tinea) and yeasts. Another group known as molds are often discussed in conjunction with dermatophytes because an infection causes a similar appearance on the skin and may co-exist and complicate a >> Read More ...

Armpit Fungus Infection, Irritation and Allergies

An armpit fungus is a ringworm infection which occurs on the skin of the axilla (armpit) causing itching, burning and darkening of the skin under the arms. Similar to fungal infections on other areas of the body, an armpit fungus can be persistent given the high moisture content (due to armpit sweat), low light (covered by >> Read More ...