Fungal infections
About Fungal infections
Fungi grow as either yeast or mold. Fungi often cause disease in humans through inhalation of spores into the lungs, or by contact on the skin.Symptoms
Respiratory symptoms, rash, itching.Tests & Diagnostics
A history and physical exam will be performed. A culture, biopsy or stain of the affected tissue may be recommended.Common tests: Complete blood count (CBC), Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP), Urinalysis (UA).
Conventional treatment summary
Antifungal medications are used to treat the various infectionsMedical specialties
Infectious Disease Medicine · Pediatric Infectious Disease Medicine
This page is educational content, not medical advice. Always consult a qualified clinician for diagnosis and treatment of Fungal infections.