TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – fungal infection as known as mikosis. Although most fungi are harmless to humans, some are capable of causing disease under certain conditions.
Quoting Healthline on the healthline.com site, here are some types of diseases: skin fungal infection:
1. Tinea Pedis
Tinea pedis is a fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet, often between the toes. This fungal infection is commonly characterized by itching or a burning sensation, a stinging sensation between the toes or soles of the feet,
the skin appears red, scaly, dry, and the skin is cracked or blistered. In some cases, the infection can spread to other areas of the body, including the nails, groin, or hands.
2. Tinea Cruris
Tinea crusis, also known as jock itch, is a skin infection in the groin and thigh area. This yeast infection is common in men and boys, with the main symptoms including a red and itchy rash in the groin area or around the upper inner thighs. The affected skin may also be scaly, or cracked.
3. Tinea Head
This fungal infection affects the scalp and associated hair shafts. The infection is common in young children, with symptoms including bald patches that may appear scaly or red, itchy and painful. This condition needs to be treated with prescription over-the-counter medications, as well as antifungal shampoos.
4. Tinea Versikolor
Tinea versicolor, sometimes called pityriasis versicolor, is a fungal skin infection that causes small, oval-shaped patches on the skin. This condition is caused by overgrowth of fungi Malassezia, which is naturally found in the skin. Tinea versicolor commonly occurs on the skin of the back, chest, and upper arms. And is lighter or darker in color than the rest of the skin.
5. Onychomycosis
Onychomycosis is infection fungus on the fingernails or toenails, although it is more common in the toenails. Symptoms generally include nails turning yellow, brown, or white, brittle or breaking easily, and thickening.
DELFI ANA HARAHAP
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