Fungal Infections
Description
Fungi grow as either yeast or mold. Fungi often cause disease in humans through inhalation of spores into the lungs, or by contact on the skin.
Symptoms
Respiratory symptoms, rash, itching.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed. A culture will be taken of the affected area.
Standard Workup
- CBC
- Chem 12
- UA
Treatment
Antifungal medications are used to treat the various infections
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Research
Sphenoid fungus balls: clinical presentation and long-term follow-up in 24 patients.
Provided by: PubMed
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