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| − | Fungal infection has many names. Fungal infection between the toes is commonly called "athlete's foot". Fungal infection of the groin is commonly called "jock itch". | + | Fungal infection has many names. Fungal infection between the toes is commonly called "athlete's foot". Fungal infection of the groin is commonly called "jock itch". When fungal infection occurs in the mouth, it is called ''thrush''.<ref>{{REFweb |
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| − | Fungal infection commonly presents with a rash, itching, and/or small cracks in the skin. The fungal-infected [[foreskin]] may develop cracks when it is retracted. | + | Fungal infection commonly presents with a rash, itching, and/or small cracks in the skin. |
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| + | == Genital fungal infection == | ||
| + | Fungal infection may also occur on the [[penis]] and/or [[foreskin]] and is called fungal [[balanitis]], fungal [[posthitis]] or fungal [[balanoposthitis]]. | ||
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| + | The fungal-infected [[foreskin]] may develop cracks when it is retracted. | ||
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Fungus is not a bacteria and does not respond to anti-bacterial medication. It requires separate anti-fungal medication. | Fungus is not a bacteria and does not respond to anti-bacterial medication. It requires separate anti-fungal medication. | ||
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===Doctor explains YEAST INFECTION (CANDIDA/THRUSH) in men and women | Causes, Symptoms, Treatment=== | ===Doctor explains YEAST INFECTION (CANDIDA/THRUSH) in men and women | Causes, Symptoms, Treatment=== | ||
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Latest revision as of 18:30, 3 April 2025
Fungal infection is also known medically as mycosis.[1] It is a very common occurrence.
Fungal infection has many names. Fungal infection between the toes is commonly called "athlete's foot". Fungal infection of the groin is commonly called "jock itch". When fungal infection occurs in the mouth, it is called thrush.[2] Fungal infection of the toenails also is common and is called Onychomycosis. The infected toenail becomes thickened and discolored.[3]
Fungal infection commonly presents with a rash, itching, and/or small cracks in the skin.
Contents
Genital fungal infection
Fungal infection may also occur on the penis and/or foreskin and is called fungal balanitis, fungal posthitis or fungal balanoposthitis.
The fungal-infected foreskin may develop cracks when it is retracted.
Treatment
Fungus is not a bacteria and does not respond to anti-bacterial medication. It requires separate anti-fungal medication.
Fungal infection of the skin may usually be easily treated by the application of an anti-fungal cream that contains clotrimazole.[4] There are several manufacturers of clotrimazole cream. It may be purchased "over the counter" without a prescription.[5]
Systemic and internal fungal infection requires prescription medication, so it should be treated by a healthcare provider.[6]
Videos
Doctor explains YEAST INFECTION (CANDIDA/THRUSH) in men and women | Causes, Symptoms, Treatment
Doctor explains how to RECOGNISE AND TREAT JOCK ITCH (aka Tinea Cruris or Ringworm of the groin)...
Onychomycosis Is Like A Spiral Staircase. Cut Off The Bad Nails
See also
References
- ↑
Anonymous (2003). Mycosis
, The Free Dictionary by Farlex. Retrieved 30 March 2025. - ↑ Anonymous (5 January 2023).
Thrush
, Cleveland Clinic. Retrieved 30 March 2025. - ↑ Anonymous (2012).
onychomycosis
, The Free Medical Dictionary by Farlex. Retrieved 30 March 2025. - ↑ Tobis, MD, Scott (24 March 2025).
The Right Ways to Treat a Male Yeast Infection at Home
, Wikihow. Retrieved 24 February 2025. - ↑
Clotrimazole topical
, Drugs.com. Retrieved 30 March 2025. - ↑ Anonymous (24 October 2024).
Treating Fungal Diseases with Antifungals
, CDC. Retrieved 30 March 2025.
External links
- Wikipedia article: Fungal infection