Question 1

what are cordyceps used for in medicine?

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Cordyceps: Cordyceps  have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine  for 'restoring energy, promoting longevity, and improving quality of life.'   See:  http://www.drugs.com/npp/cordyceps.html

Question 2

do cordyceps help asthma?

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In rats, yes: This caterpillar fungus has been part of traditional chinese medication.  A study published in 2012 showed that it significantly inhibits airway inflammation, airway hyper-responsiveness, and the infiltration of eosinophils in the airway of rats. These are important for asthma.  The next step is to try it in humans in controlled, clinical trials. Stay tuned!

Question 3

what is cordyceps sinensis?

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Medicinal Mushroom: Cordyceps sinensis is a mushroom used in traditional chinese medicine & grown only in tibet.  It is reported to reduce cholesterol, improve circulation, enhance the immune system, protect the liver, expedite recovery from respiratory illnesses, improve stamina & help to prevent development of tumors.

Question 4

would it be safe to use "pure cordyceps capsules" supplement  for regular person and person with kidney problems?
thank you "pure cordyceps capsules" aloha medicinal inc.

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This : This is an unregulated over the counter supplement that has not been tested or approved by the fda.  There's no way to know whether it has any medicinal value or whether it is safe to use in any patient, much less in someone with kidney problems.

Question 5

can i take mushrooms that are used as supplements?like chaga,lion's mane etc?also what about cordyceps?is there any adverse effects from it in the long run??

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: Since supplements like that are not investigated by government agencies, like the FDA in the U.S, physicians are concerned about the presence of contaminants which could have harmful effects. Also dosages are of concern and claims of efficacy are not validated.

Question 6

could you get fungi on your balls?

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Yes: the most common is candida which creates an itchy, reddish rash.  Other fungi that can infect the skin in other parts of the body can land on the skin of the testicles, but are extremely rare.

Question 7

are all antibiotics made from fungi?

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Synthetic: They are all synthetic.  We've come a long way since alexander fleming discovered dead bacteria surrounding his cultures of penicillium fungi in 1928.

Question 8

how do fungi spores relate to tissue damage?

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Rash: It is really an allergic response or tissue reaction to the fungi.

Question 9

have fungi skin disease.which medication can i use?

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Various skin meds:  Clotrimazole, miconazole nitrate, terbinafine hydrochloride, and tolnaftate generally work well for fungal skin infections. However, if your condition persists or is severe I suggest you have an exam at a medical clinic with a referral to a Dermatologist. I wish you well with your health!

Question 10

can fungi in the private area be treated without medicine?

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Fungi : Some mild infections can be treated with natural options, herbs, and such, but in this case, I would suggest that a physician takes a look and prescribes you the best treatment for it, in that area fungi infections can spread easily.

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