ABSTRACT

A fungus is what causes a fungal infection, also known as mycosis, which is a skin condition. Fungal skin infection that is mainly caused by yeast and dermatophytes. Yeast infection includes (C. albicans, C. glabrata, C. tropicalis, C. krusei, C. guilliermondii, C. parapsilosis) and dermatophytes include Athlete's foot (tinea pedis), Scalp ringworm (tinea capitis), Nail fungus (tinea unguium), Body ringworm (tinea corporis), Jock Itch (tinea cruris). The above-mentioned microorganisms are the most common that cause fungal skin infection. Various herbs that are having activity against this fungus, are being discussed in this article. Keywords: Fungal Infection, Antifungal Acvtivity, Yeast and Dermatophytes
Publication date: 01/02/2024

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https://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2024/13.2.7770