In this article, we will discuss different types of fungal infections as well as some common questions related to fungal infections.
Fungal infections are the diseases caused by the fungus. Fungi are a separate class of living organisms from animals and plants. They move around by spreading spores and there are various types of fungi present in the mouth, GI tract, and skin of the body. There are millions of fungi in the world and only a few are known to cause diseases in humans. Fungal infection is also called mycosis and commonly affects skin and nails but can also infect moth, UT, lungs throat etc. of the body.
What Are the Different Types of Fungal Infections?
There are millions of fungi but only a few are known to cause diseases in humans, here is the list of diseases caused by fungi in humans:
Ringworm
This condition is also called dermatophytosis, It is a group of fungi that live on the skin, hair and nails. These fungi cause ringworm in different parts of the body like the foot, groin, inner thighs, hair, face etc. The condition is irritating and causes a lot of itching condition in the infected person.
Onychomycosis
This infection infects fingernails or toenails and is caused by many types of fungi. The condition is irritating and can cause discolouration and cracks in nails.
Candidiasis
This is usually called candida or candida albicans and causes the infection of the skin and mucous membranes called candidiasis. The condition includes rashes, vaginal infection, oesophagal candidiasis etc.
Tinea versicolor
This is also called pityriasis versicolor, Malassezia fungus causes skin discolouration called tinea versicolor.
Histoplasmosis
This disease is caused by histoplasma fungus which infects the lungs, brain and other parts of the body.
Coccidioidomycosis
This condition is also called valley fever and is caused by fungus Coccidioides. The infection infects the lungs and rarely infects any other parts of the body.
Aspergillosis
This condition is caused by Aspergillus fungi, which causes various types of lung infections like bronchopulmonary aspergillosis and chronic pulmonary aspergillosis etc.
Other Types of Fungal Diseases Include:
- Candidal Urinary Tract Infection
- Invasive candidiasis
- Pneumocystis pneumonia
- Mucormycosis
- Cryptococcosis
- Sporotrichosis
- Chromoblastomycosis
- Eumycetoma
Which Tests Are Used for the Diagnosis of Fungal Disease?
Various tests are used to detect Fungal Disease and these tests include:
- Fungal Culture (BOOk NOW)
- Antigen/ Antibody test (BOOK NOW)
- X-ray Scan (BOOK NOW)
- CT Scan (BOOK NOW)
- MRI Scan (BOOK NOW)
- Blood Tests (BOOK NOW)
- Physical Examination (BOOK NOW)
Conclusion
Fungal infections are the diseases caused by the fungus. Fungi are a separate class of living organisms from animals and plants. They move around by spreading spores and there are various types of fungi present in the mouth, GI tract, and skin of the body. Various types of diseases caused by fungi include Ringworm, Onychomycosis, Candidiasis, Tinea versicolor, Mucormycosis, Cryptococcosis etc. Various tests used for the detection of fungal infection include fungal culture, Xrays, blood tests, physical examination etc.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a Fungal Infection?
Fungal infections are the diseases caused by the fungus. They move around by spreading spores and there are various types of fungi present in the mouth, GI tract, and skin of the body.
What are the Various types of Fungal Infections?
Various types of fungal infections include Ringworm, Onychomycosis, Candidiasis, Tinea versicolor, Mucormycosis, Cryptococcosis etc.
Which tests are used in Fungal Disease for Diagnosis?
Fungal cultures, blood tests, CT, MRI etc. are used for the diagnosis of Fungal Disease.
How to book an online appointment for a Fungal Disease test in Delhi?
Patients can call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 or visit Ganesh's diagnostic website to book an appointment for a Fungal Disease test in Delhi.
What is the ICD-10 code for Fungal Disease Pain Unspecified?
The ICD-10 code for unspecified Fungal Disease pain is B49.
How can Patients download Fungal Disease Test Reports Online?
Patients can visit Ganesh's diagnostic website or call at 011-47-444-444 / 011-47-333-333 to download the Fungal Disease test report online.
Which Ganesh Diagnostic Centre is near me in Delhi for the Fungal Disease Tests?
Ganesh Diagnostic Centres for Fungal Disease tests are at Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri and Yamuna Vihar.
