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Can a fungus infection be in my blood stream?

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Unlikely: Anything is possible , but unless you have severe illness or immunocompromise it is very unlikely.

Answered 4/5/2018

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Yes: Systemic fungal infection is more common in hospitals and usually seen in patients following chemotherapy, in aids patients, in ICU patients who are compromised due to long-term IV lines, prolonged treatment with antibiotics, or severe systemic illness/burns.

Answered 9/14/2015

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