Fungal infection
Fungal infection are infections caused by fungi. The fungal infections often start on the skin since the fungal spores settle on the skin. But in severe cases the infections can also be systematic in nature.
Fungal imfection of the skin affects 20 - 25% of the global population.
One of the most frequent forms of infections.
Fungal infections also known as mycoses.
Fungi can be dificult to kill. For skin amd nail infection, you can apply medicine directly to the affected area. Oral antifungal medicines are also available for serious infections.
TYPES OF MYCOSES
1. Superficial
2. Subcutaneous
3. Deep/Systematic
SUPERFICIAL MYCOSES
Superficial mycoses are a worldwide problem that affects more than 20-25% of population. Superficial fungal infections are also known as "Dermatophytoses" because they are caused by dermatophytes.
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