Mycosis refers to diseases caused by a fungus (yeast or moud) that can cause itching, soreness, redness in the affected area, discolouring & thinking of nails, pain while eating, hair loss in patches, etc. Additionally, semantic mycosis can cause symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, headaches, weight loss, etc.
Consult with the best dermatologists for mycosis treatment at the CK Birla Hospital in Delhi.
Mycosis is an infection caused by different types of fungi. Diabetic patients or people with weakened immunity are at higher risk for such fungal infections. Fungal infections of the skin or nails are not considered dangerous while others can cause severe, life-threatening infections.
Superficial Mycosis: Superficial fungal infections affect the skin, nails, and mucus membranes (mouth, throat, etc.).
Subcutaneous Mycoses: These are fungal infections under the surface of the skin caused when fungus enters through a cut or wound.
Deep/Systemic Mycoses: Fungal infections that affect the body other than the skin like the lungs, brain, gastrointestinal tract, etc.
Topical Antifungal Therapy: A treatment option for mild to moderate infection through the use of antifungal creams or ointments.
Oral Antifungal Therapy: For treatment of severe fungal infections through medications recommended by the physician.
Intravenous Antifungal Therapy: Treatment for severe to systemic fungal infections like fungal pneumonia, meningitis, etc through IV antifungal therapy.
Topical Antifungal Therapy: Costs approximately ₹500 – ₹2,000 per treatment course.
Oral Antifungal Therapy: priced between ₹1,500 – ₹4,000 per treatment course.
Intravenous Antifungal Therapy: Generally costs around Rs. 1000 to Rs. 7000
Spread of Infection: The fungal infection may spread deeper into the skin or spread to unaffected parts of the body causing chronic or widespread lesions.
Secondary Bacterial Infections: Skin damage by fungal infection can allow bacteria to enter, leading to cellulitis or abscess formation.
Chronic Inflammation & Scarring: Untreated infection can lead to thickening, discoloration, and permanent damage of the skin & hair loss.
Fungal Meningitis: Prolonged infection can spread to the central nervous system causing meningitis.
Diagnosis of mycosis can be done by a thorough physical examination by a dermatologist. The doctor may scrape the area to look at the skin cells under a microscope to confirm fungal infection.
Yes, superficial mycoses can sometimes lead to bacterial infections as fungal infection can damage the skin’s protective barrier, allowing bacteria to enter.
Mycoses can become chronic due to factors like slow growth of fungi, deep tissue involvement, resistance to treatment, weakened immune response, etc.
