Fungus

Fungus: A single-celled or multicellular organism. Fungi can be true pathogens (such ashistoplasmosis and coccidioidomycosis) that cause infections in healthy persons or they can be opportunistic pathogens (such as aspergillosis, candidiasis, and cryptococcosis) that cause infections in immunocompromised persons (including cancer patients, transplant recipients, and persons with AIDS). An example of a common fungus is the yeast organism which causes thrush and diaper rash (diaper dermatitis). Fungi are also used for the development of antibiotics, antitoxins, and other drugs used to control various human diseases.

   A pathogen is any disease-producing agent, especially a virus, bacterium, or other microorganism.


   If you are interested in LOTS of different pictures of LOTS of different types of fungus, go to Google and type in fungus, then click on images in the upper left corner on the tool bar.  The beautiful blue tree to the left is one of those you'll see on that site.   The fungus is the tan stuff protruding from the tree.


   Now, some people can't even touch fungus or they'll get this microorganism into their system.  Let's be wise with this stuff.  When it is used in the right manner, fungus is actually beneficial. 
You can click on any one of the above underlined words if you'd like to delve into a deeper understanding of fungus.


See you all next time when we'll talk about pollution!
Have a great day...and stay away from weird fungus-looking stuff!!