Fungal Infectious Diseases
Fungal Infectious Diseases
Fungal infections are highly prevalent globally. In humans, these infections arise when invasive fungi dominate a body area and overwhelm the immune system. Fungi exist in various environments like soil, plants, water, and air, with some even residing naturally within human bodies. Human fungal ailments, termed mycoses, encompass conditions such as coccidioidomycosis, histoplasmosis, and blast mycosis. While some cases are mild, resembling upper respiratory infections, others can be severe, affecting the bloodstream and all organ systems.
Examples of Fungal Infectious Diseases: