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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.

New Mechanism in the Liver That Helps Prevent Invasive Fungal Infections Discovered

New Mechanism in the Liver That Helps Prevent Invasive Fungal Infections Discovered

Identification of new mechanism in the liver has implications for treatment of a variety of fungal infections, including the main cause of meningitis.

Fungal Infections in Humans can be Cured Using Bacteria in Frog's Skin

Fungal Infections in Humans can be Cured Using Bacteria in Frog's Skin

Frog skin bacteria may help to treat fungal infections that are becoming more drug-resistant in humans, reveals a study.

Bacteria from Soil May Help Cure Fungal Infections

Bacteria from Soil May Help Cure Fungal Infections

Fungal infections could be cured using Bacillus subtilis bacteria which is found in the soil, finds a new study.

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New Drug to Reduce Chronic Itching

New Drug to Reduce Chronic Itching

Nalfurafine hydrochloride, an anti-itch drug was found to reduce itching in dialysis patients with chronic kidney disease and patients with the severe liver disease.

Powerful Microscope shows Body's Response to Deadly Fungal Infections

Powerful Microscope shows Body's Response to Deadly Fungal Infections

Using highly sophisticated microscopes can help in understanding how the human body responds to deadly fungal infections can lead to new blood infection therapies.

Taking A Step Towards a New Drug to Treat Fungal Infections

Taking A Step Towards a New Drug to Treat Fungal Infections

When harmful fungi invade the body, they can be difficult to kill, as they can survive in the environment and re-infect the person trying to get better.

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Switching To Silk Clothing May Not Reduce Itching in Eczema

Switching To Silk Clothing May Not Reduce Itching in Eczema

Atopic dermatitis or eczema often referred to as the ‘itch that rashes’ remains the same when silk clothes were used.

Itching is Socially Contagious, Just Like Yawning!

Itching is Socially Contagious, Just Like Yawning!

Why you itch when another person scratches in front of you? Behaviour is hardwired in the brains, rather than a form of empathy with the original scratcher.

Better Diagnosis of Fungal Infections may Help Reduce Antibiotic Resistance

Better Diagnosis of Fungal Infections may Help Reduce Antibiotic Resistance

Inadequate attention is paid to fungal infection as the cause of antibacterial treatment failure.

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Disrupting Mitochondrial Function Could Improve Treatment of Fungal Infections, Says Study

Disrupting Mitochondrial Function Could Improve Treatment of Fungal Infections, Says Study

A new anti-fungal mechanism that could enable combination therapy with fluconazole has been identified by scientists.

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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.