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Well at least on the skin is like this. The fungus releases enzymes that breakdown proteins on the hair, skin, and nails. This includes keratin. The fungus uses the end result to metabolize energy. (in other words it "feeds") The metabolism of energy causes the fungus to secrete chemicals as a by-product. It is to this chemicals that the body reacts causing inflamation and discoloration.

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