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Fungus in house corners: Cleanliness of the house is not only necessary for showing, but also for health. Fungus is something that makes its place in the house without noise and gradually affects our health. Therefore, it is better to adopt measures to prevent it in time and maintain a clean environment. Especially in the rainy season, avoiding moisture and keeping the house drought is the most important step.
What is fungus and why it spreads?
Fungus is a kind of microorganism that thrives rapidly in places with moisture and dirt. It becomes more active during rain or moisture season. In many corners of the house, there is no proper flow of air, no sunlight or lack of cleanliness easily freezes the fungus. Especially in monsoon, when the walls remain wet and there is moisture in the air, then fungal growth is rapid.
Where is the fungus found in the house?
Public Health Expert Dr. Sameer Bhati It is said that Kifangas is often found in places where the air is less and moisture is high. If there is no cleaning and sunlight from time to time in these places, then fungal infection can spread like-
– Bathroom walls and corner of tiles
– Kitchen sinks under or surrounding
– AC vents and filters
– The roof damp locations
– Pay, under wet carpet
– Clothes hanging in the bathroom for several days
– Old junk kept in store room or balcony
– Clothing cupboard, especially where there is no sunshine
– Old wood or surfaces under carpet
What diseases can be caused by fungus?
Fungus can cause various types of diseases. Fungus first affects the skin. Many times it comes in the form of allergies, itching, rash or skin infection, then many breathing problems can also be due to fungus. Some common diseases that are caused by fungus to identify them –
1) Ringworm (ringworm) round wound fungal infection that occurs on the skin.
2) Athlete’s foot itching and irritation between the toes.
3) Fungal sinusitis problems like nasal closure, difficulty in breathing and headache.
4) Candida infection infection spreading into the interiors of the body, especially in women in the vaginal sector.
5) In some cases people with weak immune systems may also have serious illness like black fungus (muucoramicosis).
Measures to avoid fungus
To avoid fungus, it is most important to always keep the house dry and ventilated. Clean the moisture of the bathroom, kitchen and walls daily and get it repaired wherever the dampness is seen. Dry clothes, shoes and beds from time to time in the sun. Take out the clothes kept in the cupboard for a long time, Keep the filter of air conditioner and washing machine clean. Remove the old items kept in the fridge and keep it clean. If there are itching, ringworm or rash on the skin, contact the doctor without delay and avoid applying cream with yourself.