Mycosis is the name that is used to refer to a variety of fungal diseases that affect the skin. Mycosis infects a variety of animals including humans. The microscopic fungi that cause Mycosis to multiply on the skin surface of the host. The fungi reproduce at own organs. The early signs of the disease are common relapses and grow with time to cause more severe conditions. The medical treatment of Mycosis is quite long and procedural. Fungi that live in humans are mostly found in the mouth, skin, vagina of women and the intestines some of which are harmless. However, when the fungi multiply to large numbers, they mostly cause Mycosis. Various fungi infections affect humans. Cutaneous Mycosis is among the common fungal diseases that affect humans.
Cutaneous Mycosis appear on the human skin due to the multiplication of a variety of the fungi that live in it. Some people tend to think that the lack of hygiene is the only cause of fungal diseases, but the fact is that there are other causes of these infections. Some of the causes include putting on wet and tight clothing such as swimsuits for a long time, wearing closed and synthetic footwear frequently, continued treatment with antibiotics, the typical conditions of hot, humid weather, going to public washrooms in sandals.
The fungi that cause Mycosis belong to the plant kingdom, but they lack chlorophyll. Lack of chlorophyll means that fungi cannot make their food. Therefore, they have to invade other organisms to get food. They mostly infest plants and animals. The other type of Mycosis called Superficial Mycosis is caused by fungi that tend to affect the outer layer of the skin such as feet, nails, groins, vagina, armpits, and scalp. Additionally, there is another group of these fungi that affect the inner organs of the body such as the lungs and the brain. They can even get to the bones.
1. Darkening of skin
The fungi that affect the skin are typically opportunistic. The Cutaneous Mycosis can only affect the skin if it has a wound. These fungi can be managed by maintaining proper treatment of the injury. The other fungi that affect the surface are the dermatophytes. These microscopic plants cause Tineas and have the ability to grow and multiply on hair, skin, and nails. They are mostly found in moist areas such as wet innerwear, wet shoes, sweaty armpits, and vagina. To control dermatophytes, you need to maintain proper body and environmental hygiene. Ensure that you do not go to the public washrooms barefoot or in sandals. Shave your hair and clean the areas that grow hair in your body regularly.
Women should maintain a clean vagina always. People who live in hot, humid places are also very likely to be affected by these fungi. They should consider keep off closed shoes especially when the temperatures are too high. These infections can be treated. Therefore, look for medical treatment anytime you are infected with the disease. Darkening of skin is in most cases caused by skin infections that result from growth and multiplication of these infectious fungal pathogens.
2. Loss of color
Tinea Versicolor can cause loss of skin color. Tinea Versicolor is a fungal infection that is caused by over multiplied yeast that lives naturally on the human skin. These fungi tend to proliferate in the hot, humid climate mostly during summer. The coloring is mostly white, brown or even red. The coloring is in most cases harmless and hardly noticeable. Those who visit hot, humid climates should be keen not to suffer from the infection. The solution to this disorder is to get an anti-fungal treatment from a doctor who specializes in skin infections.
3. Peeling
Fungal infections are widespread among humans. Both men and women. One of the major characteristics of these diseases is the peeling of the skin. While few people want to talk about fungal disorders, peeling of the skin due to fungal infections is very distressing. It causes physical discomfort and embarrassment. Skin cosmetics and moisturizers provide inadequate relief. Peeling of the skin is caused by an overgrowth of dermatophytes on it. These pathogens are transferred through the bloodstream to the outer surface of the skin. Patients should seek anti-fungal medical treatment from a therapist that specializes in fungal skin disorders.
4. Rashes
Rashes on the skin is a common symptom of a skin infection caused by fungi. Rashes are caused by over multiplication of natural yeast that lives in the skin. Rashes can develop nearly on all the skin surface of the human body. They mostly develop around the back, neck, and armpits. Pathogens like Candida causes diaper rash among infants. In the event of treating the rash caused by a fungal infection, the physician will need to do a physical examination and take a medical history. The doctor may also tend to scrape the skin to view it under a microscope.
5. Small Bump
Bumps are swollen areas on or in the skin. Their conditions can cause skin rashes if they are not treated in time. Skin bumps vary in shape and size depending on the cause. They may be soft or firm to touch. The part of the skin that suffers from bumps may either be ulcerated or reddened. The bumps may also be painful or not upon their cause. It is necessary to seek advice from a medical practitioner before you pop any bump you see or feel on or under your skin. Popping may result in more severe conditions.
6. Vaginal discharge
Vaginal discharge is the fluids that come out of the opening of a vagina. It is normal for a vagina to discharge fluids but an increase in quantity or change of the color may be an indication of fungal disorder presence. Abnormal vaginal discharge can cause itching and burning of the vagina. It can be caused by Bacterial vaginosis, gonorrhea, Chlamydia, trichomoniasis, and yeast infection. Doctors prescribe antibiotics to treat vaginal discharge depending on the specific cause of the condition. Most of the causes of vaginal discharge recur even after a successful treatment if prevention and control measures are not adhered to correctly.
