- 1. Infectious diseases
- (Infectious diseases)
- ... the viruses that cause: AIDS Herpes Hepatitis B Hepatitis C Influenza Antifungals Severe fungal infections can affect the lungs or the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat — most ...
- 2. Crohn's disease
- (Crohn's disease)
- ... carries a small risk of infections, including tuberculosis and serious fungal infections. You should have a skin test for tuberculosis, a chest X-ray and a test for hepatitis B before taking infliximab. ...
- 3. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- (Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) )
- ... may reduce the signs and symptoms of Crohn's disease and may cause remission. However, adalimumab, like infliximab, carries a small risk of complications, including tuberculosis and serious fungal infections. ...
- 4. Granuloma annulare
- (Granuloma annulare)
- ... with potassium hydroxide (KOH) and viewed under a microscope to help determine if you have a fungal infection. Skin biopsy. In this test, a small sample of the affected skin is removed. The skin ...
- 5. Burning mouth syndrome
- (Burning mouth syndrome)
- ... Oral cultures. Taking samples from your mouth can tell whether you have a fungal, bacterial or viral infection. Imaging. Your doctor may recommend an MRI, CT scan or other imaging tests to ...
- 6. Gingivitis
- (Gingivitis)
- ... other conditions Certain medications Certain viral and fungal infections Dry mouth Hormonal changes, such as those related to pregnancy, your menstrual cycle or use of oral contraceptives Poor ...
- 7. Keratitis
- (Keratitis)
- ... the infection is moderate to severe, you may need to take oral antibiotics to get rid of the infection. Fungal keratitis. Keratitis caused by fungi typically requires antifungal eyedrops and oral ...
- 8. Type 2 diabetes in children
- (Type 2 diabetes in children)
- ... fungal infections and itching. Brain problems. Diabetes is associated with an increased risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease later in life. Exactly why these conditions are related isn't yet ...
- 9. Type 2 diabetes
- (Type 2 diabetes)
- ... Skin and mouth conditions. Diabetes may leave you more susceptible to skin problems, including bacterial and fungal infections. Gum infections also may be a concern, especially if you have a history ...
- 10. Type 1 diabetes in children
- (Type 1 diabetes in children)
- ... your child more susceptible to skin problems, including bacterial infections, fungal infections and itching. Osteoporosis. Diabetes may lead to lower than normal bone mineral density, increasing ...
- 11. Type 1 diabetes
- (Type 1 diabetes)
- ... to skin problems, including bacterial and fungal infections. Gum infections also may be a concern, especially if you have a history of poor dental hygiene. Osteoporosis. Diabetes may lead to lower ...
- 12. Tinea versicolor
- (Tinea versicolor)
- Tinea versicolor (TIN-ee-uh vur-si-KUL-ur), also called pityriasis versicolor, is a common fungal infection of the skin. The fungus interferes with the normal pigmentation of the skin, resulting in ...
- 13. Jock itch
- (Jock itch)
- Jock itch (tinea cruris) is a fungal infection that affects the skin of your genitals, inner thighs and buttocks. Jock itch causes an itchy, red, often ring-shaped rash in these warm, moist areas of ...
- 14. Folliculitis
- (Folliculitis)
- ... improve despite home care, appears to spread or recurs often, call your doctor or a dermatologist. You may need antibiotics or antifungal medications to help control the problem. Folliculitis is caused ...
- 15. Ringworm (scalp)
- (Ringworm (scalp) )
- Ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis) is a fungal infection of the scalp and hair shafts. The signs and symptoms of ringworm of the scalp may vary, but it usually appears as itchy, scaly, bald patches ...
- 16. Ringworm (body)
- (Ringworm (body) )
- Ringworm of the body is one of several forms of ringworm, a fungal infection that develops on the top layer of your skin. It's characterized by an itchy, red circular rash with healthy-looking skin ...
- 17. Valley fever
- (Valley fever)
- Valley fever is a fungal infection caused by coccidioides (kok-sid-e-OY-deze) organisms. It can cause fever, chest pain and coughing, among other signs and symptoms. Two species of coccidioides fungi ...
- 18. What are the Causes of Bleeding Gums?
- (Dental Shanghai)
- ... gums are bacterial, fungal or viral infection that develop in our gums. Conditions like these produce acids and other toxins that can away at the soft flesh and cause inflammation. This causes our gums ...
- 19. Bedsores (Pressure sores)
- (Bedsores (pressure sores) )
- ... tests: Blood tests to assess your nutritional status and overall health Tissue cultures to diagnose a bacterial or fungal infection in a wound that doesn't heal with treatment or is already a stage ...
- 20. Canker sores
- (Canker sores)
- ... inflammation. Oral suspensions of the antibiotic tetracycline also can reduce pain and cut healing time, but tetracycline has drawbacks. It can make you more susceptible to oral thrush, a fungal infection ...
