Skin fungal infections, such as ringworm, are common, but other types of fungal infections in cats are rare. In fact, only 7 ...

Medically reviewed by Danielle McNeil, D.P.MMedically reviewed by Danielle McNeil, D.P.M There are three main types of toenail fungal infections, also known as onychomycosis or tinea unguium ...

But sometimes, infections develop. People may pick up an infectious type of fungi while walking barefoot. Alternatively, the fungi that is already on their skin or nails may become opportunistic.

One particular fungus, Beauveria bassiana, causes the immune system to kill brain cells, promoting neurodegeneration.

A drug-resistant fungus, Candida Auris, is spreading rapidly in U.S. hospitals, posing a severe threat to patients who need invasive medical equipment ...

These types of skin infections are caused by a fungus and are most likely to develop in moist areas of the body where surfaces meet, such as the feet, armpit, or where there are skin folds.