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What is fungus? how common is it?
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An organism: Fungus is a type of organism that usually grows in moist environments. Rarely it can cause disease especially in people with depressed immune systems. People can become allergic to them. Most commonly they cause no problems. One type of fungus is the source of penicillin.
Answered 4/21/2018
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Common in humans: Aka jock itch, athletes foot, ring worm, yeast infection.
Answered 11/22/2016
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