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Fungal Infections

Fungal infections are caused by fungi that include yeasts and molds, and occur in those with a weak immunity or following prolonged antibiotic use.

Itching and Healing: The Future for Eczema and Allergy Patients

Itching and Healing: The Future for Eczema and Allergy Patients

Scientists in their groundbreaking discovery reveal the influences of immune protein in both itching and inflammation.

Nanorobots: A Revolutionary Tool in Targeting Fungal Infections

Nanorobots: A Revolutionary Tool in Targeting Fungal Infections

A new way to quickly eliminate fungal infections in the mouth has been developed by researchers at Penn Dental and Penn Engineering, using magnetically guided nanorobots.

Are You Experiencing Itching After Running?

Are You Experiencing Itching After Running?

Runner's itch can appear as hives and can look like huge, raised bumps on the skin. They may also appear as red spots, blotches, or blisters.

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Fungal Infections Increase Mortality Among COVID-19 Patients

Fungal Infections Increase Mortality Among COVID-19 Patients

Fungal infections reinforce the action of SARS-CoV-2 around the world, are a case in point. Death rate reached 80% among severe COVID-19 patients.

Fungal Infections Cost U.S. $6.7 Billion in a Year: Study

Fungal Infections Cost U.S. $6.7 Billion in a Year: Study

In 2018, fungal infections accounted for $6.7 billion in health care spending. Fungal infections in hospitalized patients doubled hospital costs.

Recent Outbreak of Untreatable Fungal Infection Reported in the U.S.

Recent Outbreak of Untreatable Fungal Infection Reported in the U.S.

Outbreaks of an untreatable fungus have been reported recently in a Washington DC nursing home and at two hospitals in Dallas.

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Fungal Infections Add Burden To Treatment Options

Fungal Infections Add Burden To Treatment Options

Potential lethality due to Systemic fungal infections allows the researchers to exercise measures for developing the antifungal treatment.

Link Between Acute Itching and Environmental Allergens

Link Between Acute Itching and Environmental Allergens

A newly identified pathway explains why antihistamine drugs often don't work to control the severe itch.

Development of New Formulation to Treat Fungal Infections

Development of New Formulation to Treat Fungal Infections

The article by Dr. Kishor Wasan is published in Current Pharmaceutical Design, 2020

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Probiotic Yeast May Help Treat Drug-resistant Fungal Infections

Probiotic Yeast May Help Treat Drug-resistant Fungal Infections

A study by researchers at WPI and the Central Food Technological Research Institute in India shows that yeasts derived from food are effective in preventing infections and reducing the virulence of several Candida species.

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Toenail Fungus - Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications

Toenail Fungus - Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Complications

Toenail Fungus or onychomycosis is a common fungal infection of toenails often affecting adults. Toenail fungus occurs following spread of fungal infection from nearby areas especially the toes.

Itchy Skin | Pruritus – Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

Itchy Skin | Pruritus – Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment

Itchy skin is an unpleasant skin sensation that urges the person to scratch. The main causes of itchy skin include dandruff, allergic reactions.