Fungal Infection

Fungal Infection: Disease Caused by Undesirable Microorganisms

Fungal diseases can occur on the skin, in the vagina, as athlete's foot or nail fungus, or also in the oral cavity. Individuals with a weakened immune system are particularly at risk. Fungi are generally undesirable microorganisms that, under favorable conditions for them, settle in the affected person and cause damage there. A healthy and strong immune system usually copes very well with combating the rather harmless types of fungi.

However, if the fungi overgrow, treatment with the right antimycotics (antifungal agents) under medical supervision is recommended. It is very important for all external fungal infections to treat for a sufficiently long time to avoid a relapse. Even if the symptoms have already subsided, treatment should continue for a while longer to ensure that no active fungal network is present.