Fungus

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…Candida, especially Candida albicans, can infect both internal organs and mucous membranes of the mouth Or throat, and genital tract. In people with impaired immunity, this organism can cause a chronic infection. Many drugs are available for treating fungal infections. These include both intravenous and oral drugs, and many agents are available for topical (local) application. Persons chronically infected with Candida,Histoplasma, or Cryptococcus may require long-term therapy with an oral or an intravenous drug.