A fungal skin infection can occur when there is excessive amounts of the candida albicans yeast fungus in the body.
The skin infection can occur anywhere on the body - especially where skin folds can exist.
Examples could be under the breast, armpits or groin.
This article will describe some symptoms, causes and remedies for a fungal yeast skin infection.
Causes of a fungal skin infection.
Any fungus grows best in environments that are moist, dark and warm.
This is one of the reasons why yeast can thrive and multiply in the body's skin folds (which have this condition).
Underlying causes of excessive yeast in the body itself include having high blood glucose (sugar) levels in the bloodstream.
Foods that are high in sugar include products made with sugar or carbohydrates.
People who have a weakened immune system (such as cancer patients who are undergoing chemotheraphy or AIDS patients) are also at risk for fungal skin infections.
Symptoms of a fungal skin infection.
Common symptoms of excessive yeast fungus include an itchy rash that is bumpy in nature.
In more severe cases, the rash can turn into sores and lesions - sometimes occurring with bleeding.
Special care should be taken not to scratch the sores directly as this can only make the situation worse - causing a more irritated skin rash.
Remedies for a fungal skin infection.
First of all - make sure that you know that you are properly diagnosed by a physician before you opt for any treatments.
Many times - a prescription of cream or ointment is enough to get rid of the excessive yeast.
For those affected by frequent or recurring fungal skin infections, many opt for home remedies.
Some popular home remedies for a yeast infection (whether it be of the skin, penis, vagina or mouth) include tea tree oil or apple cider vinegar topical treatments.