Studies also suggest that oral bacteria and the inflammation associated with periodontitis â a severe form of gum disease â might play a role in some diseases. In addition, certain diseases, such as diabetes and HIV/AIDS, can lower the body's resistance to infection, making oral health problems more severe.
Common fungal skin infections are caused by yeasts (such as Candidaâsee Candidiasis) or dermatophytes, such as Epidermophyton, Microsporum, and Trichophyton (see Overview of Dermatophytoses (Ringworm, Tinea)). Many such fungi live only in the topmost layer of the epidermis (stratum corneum) and do not penetrate deeper.
Fungal nail infection. A fungal nail infection occurs when a fungus attacks a fingernail, a toenail, or the skin under the nail, called the nail bed. Fungal nail infections are relatively common.Fungi can attack your nails through small cuts in the skin around your nail or through the opening between your nail and nail bed.Image Â© ISM/Phototake. In healthy people, a fungal nail infection probably won't cause serious problems. However, it may look unpleasant and damage your nail or nail bed.ungi can attack your nails through small cuts in the skin around your nail or through the opening between your nail and nail bed. Image Â© ISM/Phototake. In healthy people, a fungal nail infection probably won't cause serious problems. However, it may look unpleasant and damage your nail or nail bed.