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In cases where a fungal infection is suspected, a doctor may examine a patient's skin under ultraviolet light using a filter device called a Woods light-under these conditions, certain species will taken on specific fluorescent colors.

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What does cortisone do to a fungal infection?

Cortisone is contraindicated in fungal infections. It masks the signs of fungal infection and the immunity is also suppressed. So it increases the gravity and severity of the fungal infection.


What of the is not a fungal infeccton?

Bacterial vaginosis is not a fungal infection. It is a common bacterial infection that occurs in the vagina due to an imbalance of naturally occurring bacteria.


Which antifungal agent is recommended for treating a fungal infection?

The antifungal agent recommended for treating a fungal infection is typically determined by the specific type of fungus causing the infection. Common antifungal medications include fluconazole, itraconazole, and terbinafine. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment.


Can you get a lung fungal infection from filing on toes that have fungal infections?

It is unlikely to contract a lung fungal infection from filing toes that have a fungal infection. Fungal infections on the skin typically do not spread to the lungs. However, it is important to practice good hygiene to prevent the spread of fungal infections to other parts of the body.


What is a fungual infection of the feet and hands starting with dermato?

Dermatophytosis is a fungal infection of the skin, hair, or nails caused by a group of fungi called dermatophytes. It commonly affects the feet (athlete's foot) and hands causing itching, redness, and peeling of the skin. Topical or oral antifungal medications are often used to treat dermatophytosis.

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Is a yeast infection the same as a fungal infection?

There are different types of fungal infections.A yeast infection is a specific type of fungal infection (candida yeast).


Is a ringwarm a disease of fungal infection?

its a fungal infection that can be taken care of by anti fungal cream.


Ring worm symptoms?

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Fungal infection of hands and feet?

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White membranous oral lesions easily scrapable?

These white membranous oral lesions that are easily scrapable are likely to be oral thrush, which is a fungal infection caused by Candida. It is common in infants, elderly individuals, and those with weakened immune systems. Treatment typically involves antifungal medications to clear the infection.


How would you contact a fungal infection?

One way to contact a fungal infection is from sharing a shower (without sandals) with another person contaminated with a fungal infection.


What does cortisone do to a fungal infection?

Cortisone is contraindicated in fungal infections. It masks the signs of fungal infection and the immunity is also suppressed. So it increases the gravity and severity of the fungal infection.


What Fungal infection happen in mucous membrane from over use of antibiotics?

The fungal infection is aph'thae


What of the is not a fungal infeccton?

Bacterial vaginosis is not a fungal infection. It is a common bacterial infection that occurs in the vagina due to an imbalance of naturally occurring bacteria.


Which antifungal agent is recommended for treating a fungal infection?

The antifungal agent recommended for treating a fungal infection is typically determined by the specific type of fungus causing the infection. Common antifungal medications include fluconazole, itraconazole, and terbinafine. It is important to consult with a healthcare provider for proper diagnosis and treatment.