Question 1

what type of diseases are caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi and worms?

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ID: Infectious diseases are caused by viruses, bacteria , fungi and worms.

Question 2

i was wondering if the causes of peripheral artery disease are related to virus, bacteria or fungi. any of those three?

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Generally not: Is generally related to plaque build up within the atreries.

Question 3

i was wondering are mood disorders caused by fungus ?

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No: Fungal infections generally do not affect mood, unless you are focusing on having a fungal disease and that is bringing you down. Mood disorders are mostly caused by abnormalities or changes in brain chemistry. See a psychologist or a psychiatrist for help with those problems. An Infectious Diseases doctor can help if there is a fungal infection present.

Question 4

what is a serious disease of the lungs caused by the fungus histoplasma capsulatum?

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Histoplasmosis: Histoplasmosis is an initial infection of the lungs giving flu-like or cold-like symptoms...The fungus can sometimes infect the retina (the inside light sensitive lining of the eye).  The infection can cause direct damage to the retina and if it affects the macula, central vision may be destroyed.

Exposure to histoplasmosis correlates with chicken farming, the fungus lingers in the animal waste.

Question 5

do inhaled steroids for asthma cause disorders like fungus in your lungs?

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Unlikely: Inhaled steoids can cause thrush, a fungal infection in the mouth and throat area. It would be distinctly unusual for inhaled steroids to cause fungal lung infections - in fact inhaled steroids are used to treatment a from of asthma casued be fungal lung problems.

Question 6

how do fungi cause ringworm? how is it treated?

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Tinea corporis: Tinea corporis (ringworm) is a fungal infection of the skin generally characterized (intially) by a red raised round patch, followed by central clearing and an advancing border.  Treatment is with topical antifungals.

Question 7

which type of disease are the bacteria, fungi and worm?

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Infectious diseases: Diseases caused by bacteria, fungi, worms and other parasites are broadly classified as 'infectious diseases'.  Bacteria and fungi can infect essentially any body site ranging from superficial infections of skin to deep seated infections such as the of the liver, lungs and brain.  Hope that this helps.

Question 8

have fungi skin disease.which medication can i use?

Accepted Answer

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 9

is psoriasis caused by fungi or candida?

Accepted Answer

Neither: It is generally considered and auto immune disease.

Question 10

are pimples caused by a bacteria or fungi infection?

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Either possible: But this depends upon what you are classifying as "pimples".  Acne may be enhanced by bacteria that are not necessarily causative. Some fungi can present with skin eruptions that may look like pimples. Staphylococci can produce skin abscesses (boils) that some will call pimples.

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