News - August 12, 2016; 1:32 PM ET. As Earth passes through the debris of Comet Swift-Tuttle late this week, the glowing trains of dying meteors will streak across the night sky, marking the annual return of the Perseid meteor shower.
Fungus of the hands (tinea manuum): Tinea mannum is the fungus that affects the hands and the palms. Commonly, it is seen on the fingers. Some of the symptoms of this kind of infection are as follows. Ringworm of the nail (rinea unguium): Tinea unguium is a dermatophyte that affects the nails.
How to Get Rid of Foot Fungus. Fungus can infect the skin and nails of your feet. A fungal infection of the skin is also known as Athleteâs Foot, which causes itching, burning, and flaking. This infection can spread to the toenails if itâs not treated. Both types of foot fungus are extremely contagious, both in your own body as well as to other people through contact.