Fungal Infections
- Balanitis
Balanitis is an inflammation of the glans (head) of the penis. Balanitis is not sexually transmitted. It results from an overgrowth of organisms which are normally present on the skin of the glans.
- Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcosis is a disease caused by the yeast-like fungus, Cryptococcosis neoformans. The fungus is found frequently in the environment, particularly in pigeon droppings, nesting places and soil, especially if it is ...
- Histoplasmosis
Histoplasmosis is an infectious disease of the lungs caused by a soil-based fungus called Histoplasma capsulatum. The infection results in mild illness in most people but sometimes can spread to other parts of the body (disseminated ...
- Oral Thrush
Thrush is an infection caused by a yeast-like fungus whose proper name is Candida albicans. This fungus occurs widely and is usually unnoticed. However if it starts to multiply rapidly it can cause problems in many different parts of the body, ...
- Thrush (Candidiasis)
Candidiasis or Thrush is due to an overgrowth of fungi called Candida albicans. Candida may be present in small numbers on the skin, in the mouth, vagina and bowel. The vagina is dark, warm and moist which may encourage thrush to ...
- Tinea (Ringworm)
Tinea (also called ringworm) is a group of conditions caused by a fungal infection of the skin or hair follicles.
Last updated: 16 May, 2012
Last reviewed: 16 May, 2012
