What are Fungal Diseases and How are They Treated?

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What are Fungal Diseases?

Fungal diseases are infectious diseases that occur on the skin, nails or scalp. For the treatment of fungal diseases, the type and severity of the fungus should be determined first. In this article, we will give information about the causes, symptoms and treatment methods of fungal diseases.

Symptoms of Fungal Diseases

The symptoms of fungal diseases vary depending on the area where the fungus settles. For example:
  • If there is fungus on the skin, there may be flaking, redness, itching and red rashes on the skin.
  • If there is fungus on the nail, there may be color changes such as thickening, decay or yellowing on the nail.
  • If there is fungus on the hair, there may be symptoms such as hair loss, discharge or crusting.
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Causes of Fungal Diseases

Fungal diseases are caused by infectious microorganisms called fungi, which originate from soil, animals or humans. Fungi feed on and break down a protein called keratin on the skin and cause disease. The most common types of fungi that cause fungal diseases are dermatophytes and candida.

Treatment of Fungal Diseases

For the treatment of fungal diseases, it is necessary to consult a dermatologist first. The dermatologist performs the necessary tests to determine the type and severity of the fungus and prepares the appropriate treatment plan. There are usually two types of drugs used in the treatment of fungal diseases:
  • Topical drugs: These are drugs that are applied in forms such as cream, lotion, spray. They are applied directly to the area where the fungus is located and prevent the growth of the fungus.
  • Systemic drugs: These are drugs that are taken orally in forms such as tablet, capsule. They reach the area where the fungus is located through the blood and kill the fungus.
The duration of treatment for fungal diseases varies depending on the type and severity of the fungus. In some cases, treatment may last a few weeks, in some cases a few months. It is very important to follow the doctor’s recommendations and use the drugs regularly during the treatment.

Ways to Prevent Fungal Diseases

To prevent fungal diseases, the following precautions should be taken:
  • Keep the fungal area dry and away from moisture
  • Follow hygiene rules and do not share personal items
  • Do not wear sweaty or wet clothes for a long time and change them
  • To prevent foot fungus, wear cotton socks, ventilate shoes frequently and wear slippers in common areas
  • To prevent hair fungus, wash hair frequently, do not use hair dryer and do not use other people’s hair brush, comb, hat etc.
Fungal diseases are diseases that need to be taken seriously and require mandatory treatment. For the treatment of fungal diseases, it is necessary to consult a dermatologist and use the appropriate drugs. In addition, it is beneficial to pay attention to the precautions we mentioned above to prevent fungal diseases. As YND HEALTH, we wish you a healthy and happy life.