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}}</ref> Fungal infection of the toenails also is common and is called ''Onychomycosis''. The infected toenail becomes thickened and discolored.
}}</ref> Fungal infection of the toenails also is common and is called ''Onychomycosis''. The infected toenail becomes thickened and discolored.<ref>{{REFweb
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Fungal infection commonly presents with a rash, itching, and/or small cracks in the skin. The infected [[foreskin]] may develop cracks when it is retracted.
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.
==Treatment==
==Treatment==
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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