Fungal Skin Infection vs. Eczema: Fungal skin infection is usually caused by the fungus Candida, although a few other fungal genera may also cause infection. Eczema (also termed eczematous dermatitis) has many causes, but the most common is atopic dermatitis due to lifelong inherited genetic pre-disposition to allergens.
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Yeast Infection (Candida, Candidiasis) in Men, Women, Children, and Babies Candidiasis is type of yeast infection, and is the most common type of yeast infection. Candidiasis yeast infections are caused by a fungus. Areas where candidiasis yeast infection can occur are vaginal, thrush (mouth), skin, diaper rash, nailbed, penile, and other genital organs.
Treatment for candidiasis yeast infections are OTC and prescription medication. Rarely a candidiasis yeast infection can infect the internal organs and cause serious complications, even death.
Fungal Skin Infection vs. Eczema Topic Guide - Medications and Vitamins
Medications:
Nystatin TopicalNystatin is an antifungal medication. Nystatin prevents fungus from growing on your skin...learn more »
Nystatin And Triamcinolone (topical)Nystatin is an antifungal medicine that fights infections caused by fungus...learn more »
Ketoconazole TopicalKetoconazole topical (for the skin) is an antifungal medicine used to treat infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and seborrhea (dry, flaki...learn more »
Nystatin (oral)Nystatin is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus...learn more »
KetoconazoleKetoconazole is an antifungal medication that is used to treat certain infections caused by fungus...learn more »
