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Ch. 12 - Characterizing and Classifying Eukaryotes
Bauman - Microbiology with Diseases by Taxonomy 6th Edition
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Capitolo 12, Problema 4

Fungal diseases are called ____________.

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Understand that fungal diseases are infections caused by fungi, which can affect various parts of the body including skin, nails, and internal organs.
Recall the specific term used in microbiology and medical terminology to describe diseases caused by fungi.
Recognize that the suffix '-osis' or '-mycosis' is often used in medical terms to indicate a disease or abnormal condition caused by fungi.
Combine the root word for fungus, 'myco-', with the suffix '-osis' to form the term that describes fungal diseases.
Conclude that fungal diseases are called 'mycoses' (singular: mycosis).

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Fungal Diseases

Fungal diseases are infections caused by fungi, which are eukaryotic organisms distinct from bacteria and viruses. These diseases can affect skin, nails, respiratory system, and internal organs, depending on the fungal species involved.
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Mycoses

Mycoses is the term used to describe diseases caused by fungal infections. They are classified based on the site of infection, such as superficial, cutaneous, subcutaneous, or systemic mycoses.

Pathogenic Fungi

Pathogenic fungi are species capable of causing disease in humans. Examples include Candida, Aspergillus, and dermatophytes, which invade host tissues and trigger immune responses leading to mycoses.
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