Our hot and humid climate, along with tight clothes and walking barefooted on dubious floors, creates the perfect breeding ground for fungi, yeast and mould.
It may seem farfetched to associate The Last Of Us with real life, but fungal infections have been with us for as long as we exist. Ringworm, athlete’s foot, white spots, yeast infections… these are the results of fungal, yeast or mould spores that literally take root in our bodies.
Another group that can take over our health is candida, a yeast-like fungus that lives in small quantities on the skin, and mucous membranes such as the mouth and vagina. “The common strain is called candida albicans,” said Dr Lim. When they proliferate, they can lead to thrush, vaginal infection and diaper rash.
Yeast infections or candida, on the other hand, look different. The affected skin often presents with a red area and red papules outside the area. “Candida is often seen in the groin and under breast folds,” said Dr Lim. “Candida may also be seen on the oral mucosa as white patches.” “Generally, it takes between several days and weeks for fungi to grow and become noticeable on the skin or nails. Some infections, like athlete's foot, can develop within a week, while nail infections may take several weeks to become apparent,” she said.
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