how does fungal grow and what are treatments for the diseases it causes?
474421
Fungi can grow in almost any area on or in the body, but certain groups of people are particularly at risk of developing a fungal infection. These include immunocompromised patients such as those suffering from AIDS or leukaemia, cystic fibrosis sufferers often get chest infections caused by fungi, burns patients are very at risk of fungal infections on burnt areas of skin, fungi like to grow in moist warm areas. The most common area i guess is finger and toe nails, especially in summer when folks are taking off their shoes and walking on the grass, a lot of fungal toenail infections are picked up then.\nAs for treatment there are a range of antifungal medicines, it all depends on the species of fungus causing the infection.
169981
Ringworm is a contagious fungus infection that can affect the scalp, the body, the feet (athlete's foot), or the nails.\n\nPeople can get Ringworm from: 1) direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or pet, 2) indirect contact with an object or surface that an infected person or pet has touched, or 3) rarely, by contact with soil. \nRingworm can be treated with fungus-killing medicine. \nTo prevent Ringworm, 1) make sure all infected persons and pets get appropriate treatment, 2) avoid contact with infected persons and pets, 3) do not share personal items, and 4) keep common-use areas clean. \n \n\n What is Ringworm?\n\nRingworm is a contagious fungus infection that can affect the scalp, the body (particularly the groin), the feet, and the nails. Despite its name, it has nothing to do with worms. The name comes from the characteristic red ring that can appear on an infected person's skin. Ringworm is also called Tinea.\n\n \n\nWhat is the infectious agent that causes Ringworm?\n\nRingworm is caused by several different fungus organisms that all belong to a group called "Dermatophytes." Different Dermatophytes affect different parts of the body and cause the various types of Ringworm:\n\nRingworm of the scalp \nRingworm of the body \nRingworm of the foot (athlete's foot) \nRingworm of the nails \n \n\nWhere is Ringworm found?\n\nRingworm is widespread around the world and in the United States. The fungus that causes scalp Ringworm lives in humans and animals. The fungus that causes Ringworm of the body lives in humans, animals, and soil. The fungi that cause Ringworm of the foot and Ringworm of the nails live only in humans.\n\n \n\nHow do people get Ringworm?\n\nRingworm is spread by either direct or indirect contact. People can get Ringworm by direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected person or pet. People can also get Ringworm indirectly by contact with objects or surfaces that an infected person or pet has touched, such as hats, combs, brushes, bed linens, stuffed animals, telephones, gym mats, and shower stalls. In rare cases Ringworm can be spread by contact with soil.\n\n \n\nWhat are the signs and symptoms of Ringworm?\n\nRingworm of the scalp usually begins as a small pimple that becomes larger, leaving scaly patches of temporary baldness. Infected hairs become brittle and break off easily. Yellowish crusty areas sometimes develop.\n\nRingworm of the body shows up as a flat, round patch anywhere on the skin except for the scalp and feet. The groin is a common area of infection (groin Ringworm). As the rash gradually expands, its center clears to produce a ring. More than one patch might appear, and the patches can overlap. The area is sometimes itchy.\n\nRingworm of the foot is also called athlete's foot. It appears as a scaling or cracking of the skin, especially between the toes.\n\nRingworm of the nails causes the affected nails to become thicker, discolored, and brittle, or to become chalky and disintegrate.\n\n \n\nHow soon after exposure do symptoms appear?\n\nScalp Ringworm usually appears 10 to 14 days after contact, and Ringworm of the skin 4 to 10 days after contact. The time between exposure and symptoms isnot known for the other types of Ringworm.\n\n \n\nHow is Ringworm diagnosed?\n\nA health-care provider can diagnose Ringworm by examining the site of infection with special tests.\n\n \n\nWho is at risk for Ringworm?\n\nAnyone can get Ringworm. Scalp Ringworm often strikes young children; outbreaks have been recognized in schools, day-care centers, and infant nurseries. School athletes are at risk for scalp Ringworm, Ringworm of the body, and foot Ringworm; there have been outbreaks among high school wrestling teams. Children with young pets are at increased risk for Ringworm of the body.\n\n \n\nWhat is the treatment for Ringworm?\n\nRingworm can be treated with fungus-killing medicine. The medicine can be in taken in tablet or liquid form by mouth or as a cream appl
454685
A yeast infection, also known as candidiasis (pronounced: can-dih-dy-uh-sis), is the name for a common infection caused by a type of yeast-like fungus called Candida. Small numbers of Candida are always present in our bodies, but normally we have the right balance of bacteria and other factors to keep them from growing too much. Sometimes, though, these yeast-like fungi do grow too much, and this can cause an infection. These infections usually occur in warm, moist parts of the body, such as the mouth and moist areas of skin. When they cause an infection in the vagina, it is known as vulvovaginal candidiasis.\n \nCandida can overgrow for many reasons. Stress, pregnancy, and illnesses that affect your immune system may allow yeast to multiply, as can certain medicines. These include some birth control pills and steroids. Or if you're taking antibiotics, such as for strep throat, the antibiotics can kill "good" bacteria that also live in the body and normally keep the growth of Candida in the vagina in check. Yeast also flourish if a girl's blood sugar is high. Girls who have diabetes that isn't controlled are at a higher risk for yeast infections.\n \nMany girls find that yeast infections tend to show up right before they get their periods because of the hormonal changes that come with the menstrual cycle. Clothes (especially underwear) that are too tight or are made of materials like nylon that trap heat and moisture might lead to yeast infections because yeast can thrive in this type of environment. And douching and using scented sanitary products can upset the balance in the vagina and make yeast infections more likely.\n \nIt's common for girls who are not sexually active to get yeast infections. Although yeast infections are not considered sexually transmitted diseases, they can occasionally be spread from one sexual partner to the other. This is quite rare, however, and the partner of someone who has a yeast infection does not automatically have to be treated
866057
Initially a spore (the fungal equivalent of a seed) lands on some suitable ground. It starts to grow underground, pushing out mycelium (fungal threads) in all directions. As the mass of mycelium grows the central part dies off, leaving a disc of mycelium growing at the outer edge. Eventually, when season and weather allow, mushrooms are produced above the mycelium and release spores. Sometimes, several years may go by before mushrooms are seen at a fairy ring. The underground presence of the fungus sometimes causes withering or varying colour or growth of the grass above.
519466
Frustratednurse is right.  Yeast is a fungus and can be treated by over-the-counter antifungals such as Monistat.  If you use the Monistat and symptoms return you should seek the attention of a physician because it is probably not yeast.
649186
mildew is a fungus which proliferates in cold, damp conditions. It is recognised by its black, spotty appearance in clothes, and around tapps and sinks in bathrooms.\nPart of the mould which forms mildew is something called the aspergillus, which causes a rare but serious disease called allergic broncho-pulmonary aspergillosis. This is an allergy to the aspergillus which causes lung damage, and usually affects asthma sufferers. There is no cure for this disease yet, and at the moment it is treated with steroids and a drug called sporanox.\nHope this has helped.
1103269
A fungus is like a mushroom, a mold on bread or mold around the shower......or yeast in bread. It's alive\n\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fungus\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA virus is an agent that acts upon a cell and changes it......it's not really alive on its own.\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Virus
881802
fungi and bacteria enter the body a number of ways. fungal spores may just settle on the body surface, meet suitable conditions and then grow. their spores could also enter us through improperly prepared food that houses them. bacteria go in much the same way, even though certain locomotive facilities afford them the ability to actively infiltrate us through cuts on our bodies. that's why its bad to walk across or swim in unclean water, especially when the skin is breached. water we drink is a major entry agent as well.
716248
Everyone who answered already are blithering idiots. All fungi produce exoenzymes that break down the substrate (food) that their spores land on. Similar to flies, fungi produce these enzymes to break down foods into simple sugars that they can then easily absorb. Different fungi produce different exoenzymes. Therefore, if a fungal spore happens upon a particular substrate (food) for which it doesn't produce the proper exoenzyme, it will not grow on that food. The best substrates are potato extract agar and malt extract agar.
1036543
Dear Nishu,\n            Micro-organisms are responsible for some harmful as well useful effects. \nYeast is a kind of fungus which is used in fermentation process to produce alcohol and bear. It is also used in baking industry. Bacteria are used to convert milk into curd from which butter is obtained to form Ghee. There is a bacterium in our gut which produces vitamin D by sunlight. Penicillium is a fungus which is used to obtain antibiotic Penicillin. The first antibiotic was obtained from fungus in 1928 by Alexander Flemming. Fungi in the form of mushrooms are edible. Bacteria produce cellulase enzyme in the alimentary canal of herbivore animals for digestion of cellulose. Bacteria are utilized for the formation of some essential vitamins. Bacteria produce insulin which is used in treatment of diabetes. Algae are photosynthesizers that produce oxygen in our environment.\n\nAhhh... Hope this helps...!
103554
Ringworm, also known as Tinea is a contagious fungal infection of the skin. Contrary to its name, ringworm is not caused by a worm.\n\nRingworm is very common, especially among children, and may be spread by skin-to-skin contact, as well as via contact with contaminated items such as hairbrushes. Ringworm spreads readily, as those infected are contagious even before they show symptoms of the disease. Humans can contract ringworm from animals; cats and dogs are often carriers. It should be noted that any contact sports such as wrestling has a risk of contracting the fungal infection through skin-to-skin contact.\n\nTypes\nA number of species of fungi called dermatophytes cause ringworm. Members of the genera Trichophyton and Microsporum are the most common causative agents. These fungi attack various parts of the body and lead to the following conditions:\n\nTinea corporis affects the arms, legs, and trunk \nTinea capitis affects the scalp \nTinea cruris (jock itch) affects the groin area \nTinea pedis (athlete's foot) affects the feet \nTinea unguium affects the fingernails and toenails \nTinea versicolor \n\nSymptoms and diagnosis\nThe best known sign of ringworm is the appearance of one or more red raised itchy patches with defined edges. These patches are often lighter in the center, taking on the appearance of a ring. If the infected area involves the scalp or beard area, then bald patches may become evident. If the nails are affected, they may thicken, discolor, and finally crumble.\n\nDoctors can diagnose ringworm on sight, or they may take a skin scraping. This is examined under a microscope, or put on an agar plate in a microbiology laboratory and allowed to grow. Some of the fungi fluoresce under a black light examination.\n\nTopical antifungal drugs containing miconazole and clotrimazole, available by perscription or over the counter, are used to clear up the infection. According to Living Well on a Shoestring by the editors of Yankee Magazine, a folk remedy for ringworm is cider vinegar; apply full strength, then rinse with water.\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ring_worm
188725
Grapefruit seed extract (GSE), garlic, wild mountain oregano oil- these are all EXCELLENT natural anti fungal remedies.  Also- follow a no sugar, low carb diet that is rich in vegetables, protein, and don't forget to eat lots of yogurt without sugar.  Substitute all sugar intake with STEVIA (all natural and 300X sweeter than sugar). Read "The Yeast Connection and the Woman" by Dr. William Crook, for additional anti-fungal remedies and insight to cure yourself naturally.
218719
Fungi grow from mycelium, which is a white cob-webby network of very fine fibers under the ground.  \n\nI hope this is what you mean.
308330
You need to see a Dr. as you may need pills to get rid of it. \n\nOver the counter anti-fungal cream will work too- but you need to get rid of it if it's that widespread.  \n\nGood luck!
1166576
Thrush is a yeast infection that can develop in the mouth and throat and on the tongue. Thrush is most common in newborns, infants, and older adults, but it can occur at any age. In healthy newborns and infants, thrush is usually not a serious problem and is easily treated and cured.\n\nExcept for the mildest cases, you should treat thrush to keep the infection from spreading. Antifungal medications, which inhibit the growth of yeast, are the standard treatment for thrush. Thrush is most commonly treated with medications that are either applied directly to the affected area (topical) or swallowed (oral).
281487
yes,  The infection is caused by a type of yeast or fungus called Candida this yeast lives in your mouth,vagina, and rectum all the time, but it sometimes gets out of control and causes an infection. You need to go to a doctor to get medicine to correct the condition.
531316
thrush medication is an anti-fungal. like nystatin,mycelex troche,diflucan. thrush is a fungal infection that can cause white spots in the mouth and throat. most commonly caused by a weak immune system, or taking antibiotics for a long period of time,or using orally steroid inhalers.