Till now we used to think that fungal infection is a common thing. Nothing serious. Heals himself. But we were wrong. According to WHO, fungal infection is a new global threat. That is, after Covid, now the world is in danger of fungal infection. Like viral infection is caused by a virus. Fungal infection is caused by fungus.
WHO has released a list of 19 such fungi, which are a threat to people. Some of them are so clever that they are not even able to catch this medicine. Due to these people are falling ill all over the world. In this article, we will know why fungal infections are increasing all over the world and how to deal with them?
What is fungal infection?
- Most infections are caused by fungus
- Fungus is present everywhere in our environment
- It also enters our body through breath, but the immunity of the body protects us from the infection caused by it.
- Sometimes the body is not able to fight against the fungus, due to which fungal infection occurs.
What are the types of fungal infection?
Common fungal infections include:
- Candida
- Cryptococcus
- Aspergillosis
- Mucormycosis
- histoplasmosis
What kind of diseases do they cause?
- Candida targets the mouth and vagina
- In this, white discharge comes out of the vagina.
- Often in the elderly, a white layer accumulates inside the mouth. It is caused by Candida infection.
- Candida infection can also occur due to lack of cleanliness.
- Cryptococcus infection can be fatal
- it attacks the mind
- it reaches the brain through the blood
- enters the bloodstream through a used syringe, etc.
- Aspergillosis attacks the respiratory system
- Nose and lungs are most affected
- It’s kinda like mold on bread
- Mucormycosis is also known as black fungus.
- Its cases came to the fore at the time of Kovid.
- It affects the area under the eyes and the inside of the nose.
- Black fungus infection is caused by low immunity or excessive use of steroids.
- Histoplasmosis is the most common infection
- It has runny nose and fever.
- Sometimes pneumonia also occurs
- Ringworm is also a type of fungal infection.
- It is caused by a fungus called tinea corporis.
- Ringworm occurs in parts of the body that are more wet
- It is not fatal, but it is difficult to treat
- To cure this infection it is necessary to remove the dampness
Why are fungal infections increasing worldwide?
- Due to increase in sugar level
- not having a healthy lifestyle
- lack of sleep
Rescue
- get 6-8 hours of sleep
- do the exercise
- bathe everyday
- keep private parts clean
- If there is still no relief or if there is an infection, see a doctor
You have come to know what are the reasons behind the increasing fungal infections. It is important that you do not ignore fungal infection. Get treated immediately.
