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What is Candida Auris? (Deadly Fungus?)

What is Candida Auris? This video will tell you what you need to know about this so-called 'superbug' spreading across the globe, as well as tips on how to stay safe. Jump to a specific section: 0:00 Intro 0:35 What is Candida Auris? 0:58 How Does Candida Auris Spread? 2:42 What are the symptoms of Candida Auris? 4:18 How can I protect myself or my loved ones from Candida Auris? 4:50 Can Candida Auris be cured? 5:28 Conclusion 🤷What is Candida Auris? Candida Auris is a fungus that can cause serious infections in the blood, brain, and other parts of the body. What makes it particularly concerning is that it's resistant to many types of anti-fungal medications, making it difficult to treat. It's estimated that 30-60% of those infected with Candida Auris will succumb to the disease, and so far several of the cases of the fungus being pan-resistant, meaning they cant be cured. 🦠 How does Candida Auris spread? Candida auris can spread through contact with contaminated surfaces or from person to person. It's often found in healthcare settings, such as hospitals and long-term care facilities, where people are more vulnerable to infection. This bug has been around since 2016, but is spreading more rapidly now, hence the increase in news coverage and awareness of it now. 🤔 Top 3 questions about Candida Auris 🤔 1. What are the symptoms of candida auris? When symptoms are present, they may include: -Fever -Chills (that do not respond to antibiotics from a suspected bacterial infection) -Fatigue -Muscle aches -Skin rash -Hearing loss -Discharge from the ear -Wounds that do not heal -Urinary tract infections -Bloodstream infections The symptoms of Candida auris infection can vary depending on the part of the body that is affected. CDC has said that it is very easy to misidentify candida auris unless specialized laboratory technology is used. In some cases, people infected with Candida auris may not experience any symptoms at all. 2. How can I protect myself or my loved ones from Candida Auris? It's really important to note that the general population has nothing to worry about. That being said, the best way to protect yourself is similar to many bugs and viruses - practice good hand hygiene and wash your hands, especially if you're a family member or had other close contact with a Candida Auris patient. It's also important to avoid unnecessary use of antibiotics, which can contribute to the development of drug-resistant organisms. Candida auris can survive for up to 30 days on surfaces, so if you are in a healthcare setting or around someone with a c. auris infection it's important to clean surfaces with an alcohol based cleanser. 3. Can Candida Auris be cured? Treatment for Candida Auris can be challenging, but it's not impossible. Healthcare providers may need to use multiple anti-fungal medications and other supportive therapies to help manage symptoms and prevent complications. 📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒 🧴Recommendations: 🧴208SKN Find the same skincare products I recommend and offer patients in my clinic: https://www.208SKN.com Click here now to shop My Amazon Skincare Recommendations: https://urlgeni.us/amazon/amzon 🎧 Listen to the podcast here: https://Watch Skinfluence on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4ctXgEW iHeart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3Gl2XJe Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3G5qEVS Spotify Podcasts: https://spoti.fi/4cxbx3y/ ---- ►Connect with Dustin Portela: Text Me Here: sms:+1 208-203-0767 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/drdustinportela Instagram:   / drdustinportela   Facebook:   / drdustinportela   ---- ► Subscribe to My Channel:    / drdustinportela   -- DISCLAIMER: This video and description contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission.