Experience
16 Yrs
Dermatologist, Aesthetic Physician
MD, Ph.D. (Medicine), Certified Aesthetician, Masters Of Public Health - USA
Dermatologist
MBBS, MCPS (Dermatology), Certified from American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (USA)
A fungal infection is a fungus-caused skin illness, commonly known as mycosis. Fungi are made up of millions of different species, and they can be found in the soil, on plants, household surfaces, and even on your skin. They can sometimes cause skin problems such as rashes or pimples.
Fungal Skin Infection Facts and Figures
According to a study called ‘Serious fungal infections in Pakistan,’ fungal skin infections are pretty common among Pakistani people, but not everyone is diagnosed. The research also found that in 2016 out of 184.5 million people in Pakistan, around 3.28 million people had fungal skin infections. Some further facts and statistics about fungal skin infections have been given below:
| Prevalence of Fungal Skin Infections in Pakistan | Approx. 1.78% |
| Common in | Adults |
| At-Risk Gender | Both males and females |
| Average Age for Diagnosis | Any age |
| Problems related to Fungal Skin Infection | Irritation, Scaly skin, Itching, Swelling |
| Specialists Who Treat Fungal Skin Infection | Dermatologists |
The symptoms and signs of fungal infection may include:
The common causes of fungal skin infections may include the following:
You can take the following measures to prevent getting a fungal skin infection:
Fungal Skin Infection Treatment
The treatment options for fungal skin infections include the following:
Some types of fungal skin infections have been listed below: