FUNGAL INFECTION

WHAT IS FUNGUS?

Many types of fungal microbes (fungi) live in harmless conditions in soil, food, on our skin and other places in the environment. However, some types of fungi can grow and reproduce on the surface of the body, causing infections of the skin, nails, mouth, or vagina. The most common fungal to skin infections are the tuna group.

For example:

• Athlete’s foot infection of the toes and feet.
• Ringworm (tinea corporis) from tinea infection
• Ringworm of the scalp (tinea capitis)
• Due to this, many types of fungal nail infections can also occur.
• Fungal infection of the mouth
• Fungal infection of vagina is called thrush. It is caused by overgrowth of Candida which is a yeast a part of fungus.
• Small numbers of Candida usually live in harmless conditions on the skin.
• In some cases, Candida can multiply and cause infection (candida to multiply and cause infection).
• Candida can sometimes be the cause of some fungal nail infections.
  

CAUSES OF FUNGAL INFECTION

• Physical chemistry and lifestyle may increase the risk of fungal infection. For example, if you are a runner (athlete) or if you sweat a lot, you may experience several symptoms of a fungal infection called athlete’s foot.
• The fungus often grows in warm, moist environments.
• Sweaty or wet clothes is also a risk factor for skin infection.
• A cut or tear in the skin can also allow bacteria to penetrate into the deeper layers of the skin and cause a variety of infections.
• Non-compliance with personal hygiene
• Sweating profusely
• Wearing tight clothes, shoes
• Taking antibiotics
• Weak immune system.
  

FUNGAL INFECTIONS SYMPTOMS

Symptoms can vary depending on which part of the skin the fungal infection is involved some common to have the following symptoms

• Redness, scabs or cracks are common. 
• Fungal infection of the mouth on the inner cheeks, tongue, roof of the mouth, and throat gets washed away. 
• When there is a fungal infection in the vagina, there is also white water along with itching and burning in the vagina.
• Common fungal infection on the skin
• Red rash
• Having patches of red or purple
• White powdery discharge on the affected areas
• Unclenching and peeling off
• Skin crack
• Pain in affected area
• Skin redness 
• Some parts become white and soft
• Affected frenulum accompanied by rash.

TYPES OF FUNGAL INFECTION

There are commonly 3 types of fungal infections in men.

1. Athlete’s Foot
2. Joke Itch
3. Ringworm

Athlete’s Foot

• Athlete’s foot also known as tinea pedis a feet ringworm. 
• This fungal infection affects the feet. 
• The problem usually occurs in people who are involved in sports or are athletes. 
• Many times this problem also happens to those people who do outdoor duty wearing shoes throughout the day.

Symptoms of Athlete’s Foot

• Athlete’s foot symptom can vary from person to person. The following are common symptoms. ,
• Red mark or boil in the affected area
• Softening of skin
• Cracking or cracking of skin folds
• Exfoliation
• Feeling of itching, burning or pricking in the feet.
  

Jock Itch

• There is Itching between the thighs also called tinea cruris. 
• Very common type of fungal infection. 
• This fungus likes moist and mild warm environment. 
• That is why it spreads more in those parts of the body where sweat or moisture is present in good amount like in Groin, Hips, Middle of thigh etc.

Symptoms of Jock Itch

• Symptoms of jock itch include:
• Redness around the genitals, hips, and thighs
• Itching, burning, stinging, swelling, or discomfort
• Round rash with raised edges
• Cracking, flaking, or swelling of the skin.
  

Ringworm

• Ringworm or ringworm is also called tinea corporis. 
• This is a skin infection caused by a fungus that lives on dead tissue. 
• This infection can occur on the skin as well as on the hair and nails.
• When it occurs on any part of the body, then this infection is called ringworm.

Symptoms of Ringworm

• Ringworm is a skin infection that causes problems such as jock itch and athlete’s foot. Ringworm can be easily noticed because of its size. This is a red round patch, in which there may be problems like itching or scabbing.
• With the passage of time, round patches start forming in this problem and gradually many round patches are formed around that patch. That’s how it goes on expanding. The outer part of this ring is red and may appear raised at times. While a white crust is visible in the inner part and sometimes greasy water can also come out.
• Ringworm is highly contagious and can be caused by skin-to-skin contact. Sometimes this problem can occur even after coming in contact with animals. This fungus can also be present in certain things such as towels, clothes and combs.
• Ringworm fungus can also infect soil and mud. Therefore, people who have to work in dusty soil can also have a problem of ringworm.

CAC TREATMENT FOR FUNGAL INFECTION

• Detox Premium Powder – Detox premium powder is a very effective ayurvedic medicine to cure blemishes as it purifies the whole body by removing excess toxins from the body. The powder is composed of shukta pishti, giloy satv, gandhak rasayan, moti pishti, akik pishti, shankh bhasma, etc. The ingredient reduces all the signs and symptoms associated with the blemishes.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.

• Twak Churana – This herbal powder is prepared from two herbs Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) & Chopchini (Smilax malabarica) that in combination reduces uneven pigmentation. Manjishtha mainly helps in deep detoxification and blood purification. It can also be used for hand lotion to treat dry, cracked hands, or feet. This herbal powder is good for dry skin, rashes, acne. It has been used in psoriasis. Skin Glow powder removes toxins and impurities of blood. This powder helps to rejuvenate and promote the longevity. It helps to open the blocked sweat pores. This powder is used in infectious conditions like, eczema, pimples, and chronic skin disorders.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 teaspoonful twice a day with normal water.

• Twak Tailam – Twak tailam is very effective for the skin as it deeply nourishes the tissues and improves the skin luster. The tailam is composed of yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra), manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), etc. The tailam supports skin health, helps in reducing uneven pigments, improves complexion, and helps in deep detoxification and blood purification without any side effects.

Method of Application – Apply over the affected area of the skin.

• Skin care tablet – Skin care tablet is a pure ayurvedic formulation. It help to maintain the texture of your skin depending on the type of skin you have. It contains various herbs like Haridra khand, Panchnimb churna, Khadir chahal, Chirayta, Mulethi, Chopchini, Gandhak, Ajmoda that work very effectively on all skin types. Skin care is a blood purifying tablet. It cools and detoxifies the blood, increase blood circulation of the skin. It minimizes the blemishes, lighten sun tan, delay ageing of skin and heal skin problems.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.

• Itch Care Tablet – It is pure herbal combination which is purely natural. Skin primarily protect our body from toxins present in environment. Itching is related to various skin problems like dermatitis or irritates such as nickel in jewelry, infected cut. Chronic skin condition like psoriasis, acne and due to internal conditions like blood, lungs, and liver. Mainly toxins in skin arises due to excess rakta dhatu and rasa or plasma nourishes the skin.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice daily.

• Handmade Neem Soap – CAC neem soap is natural and herbal product prepared from the standard extract of herb Neem (Azadirachta indica). Neem herb is widely used to cure acute to chronic Skin problems such as Pimples, Itching, Dryness, Blemishes, Dark spots, Pigmentation, Scars etc. Neem leaves are rich in Vitamin-E, Fatty acids & emollients. It is such a wonderful herb that is easily available and shows Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Anti-microbial, Antifungal, Antiseptic properties. Neem cleanses the pores and protects the skin from various infections, Psoriasis, Eczema, Leprosy, Skin ulcers.