Fungal diseases caused by C. immitis, H. capsulatum, Aspergillus and other airborne pathogens often affect the respiratory system, causing symptoms similar to flu, pneumonia and even tuberculosis. These fungi also can spread to tissues throughout ... more

Bacteria and fungi reside on the skin as well as inside the body. Certain types of fungi causes skin fungal infection. Normally these are neither serious nor contagious. However, if the infections are deep inside the body it could be dangerous. ... more

There are several variations of corneal keratitis, which can be caused by various factors such as a Vitamin A deficiency, ocular trauma occurring after a foreign body or object makes its way into the eye, parasites, bacteria, and even fungi. The ... more

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You should be checked, tested, and treated by a caregiver as soon as possible to prevent permanent damage. You will be put in the hospital for tests. These tests may include blood tests, a lumbar puncture (spinal tap), CT scans and X-rays. You may ... more

First, patients will be instructed to stop using the Renu with MoistureLoc solution immediately. The standard treatment for the variation of fungal keratitis associated with Renu with MoistureLoc is to use Natamycin 5% eye drops. Another eye drop ... more

This infection is caused by a fungus (yeast-like germ) that lives in soil (dirt). Anyone can get fungal meningitis. It is not easily spread from person to person. You may be more likely to get meningitis if you have other medical problems, such as ... more

Also known as onychomycosis and tinea unguium, nail fungal infections are the most common diseases of the nails, making up about 50% of nail abnormalities. Both fingernails and toenails are susceptible to the infection, which usually manifests as ... more

I cannot say, since we currently don't have Wild Mushroom in beta. I normally don't like talking about things that I have no information on, but I get emails about both of these rather frequently and I've seen them come up in discussion boards ... more

Fungal sinus infections can cause a range of symptoms that include mild discomfort to persistent pain. While many infections can be treated with medication, some may require surgery to remove buildup or obstructions that occur. If you suddenly find ... more