Fungal infection

 Fungal infection.

Any disease caused by a fungus.

A fungus that invades the tissue can cause a disease that's confined to the skin, spreads into tissue, bones and organs or affects the whole body.

What causes a fungus infection?

Fungal infections are common throughout much of the natural world. In humans, fungal infections occur when an invading fungus takes over an area of the body and is too much for the immune system to handle.

 A fungal skin infection often looks bright red and can spread across a large area. A fungal skin rash may also have characteristics including: Color more intense at the border.

Symptoms of Fungal Infections

Asthma-like symptoms.

Fatigue.

Headache.

Muscle aches or joint pain.

Night sweats.

Weight loss.

Chest pain.

Itchy or scaly skin.

Medication

Antifungal medications work to treat fungal infections. They can either kill fungi directly or prevent them from growing and thriving. Antifungal drugs are available as OTC treatments or prescription medications, and come in a variety of forms, including: creams or ointments.

Anyone can develop a fungal rash. Superficial infections of the skin and nails are cited as the most common form of infection, affecting up to 20-25% of the world’s population at any given time. For example, athlete’s foot often affects otherwise healthy people. You may have a higher risk for developing a skin rash if you

Have a weakened immune system (for example, if you take immunosuppressant medications, have a disease that weakens the immune system or are undergoing chemotherapy).

Take long-term or high-dose antibiotics.

Have excess weight.

Have diabetes.

Try a new skin care product.

Skin infections caused by viruses usually result in red welts or blisters that can be itchy and/or painful. Meanwhile, fungal infections usually present with a red, scaly and itchy rash with occasional pustules.

Home Remedies For Fungal Infection are:

Eat Yoghurt and Probiotics. Yoghurt and other probiotics have an ample amount of good bacteria that help stave off many fungal infections. ... 

Wash with Soap and Water. ... 

Use Apple Cider Vinegar. ... 

Use Tea Tree Oil. ... 

Use Coconut Oil. ... 

Use Turmeric. ... 

Use Aloe Vera. ... 

Fungal infection on private parts

The groin area is especially prone to Candida overgrowth because of skin folds and moisture. Still, penile yeast infections are most commonly caused by having unprotected vaginal intercourse with a woman who has the infection, too. You can help prevent a yeast infection by wearing condoms during sex.

How much time does it lasts .?

The symptoms of fungal infections, such as itching or soreness, should get better within a few days of treatment. Red and scaly skin may take longer to get better. You may need treatment for 1 to 4 weeks. Keep using clotrimazole for 2 weeks even if your symptoms have gone.