Superbug Fungus Candida auris: What To Know as US Faces ‘Alarming’ Spread
Summary
A fungus called Candida auris is spreading across the United States and is difficult to treat with regular medicine. This fungus particularly affects people with weakened immune systems and has infected at least 7,000 people in 27 states this year.Key Facts
- Candida auris was first identified in Japan in 2009.
- The fungus has high resistance to standard treatments.
- It is particularly dangerous to people who are immunocompromised.
- Over 7,000 cases have been reported in 27 U.S. states so far this year.
- The fungus's cell wall structure helps it resist drugs.
- It can change its growth form to spread and survive treatment.
- Researchers are calling for new and better antifungal drugs.
- New drugs are being tested, but identifying the fungus remains difficult due to misidentification issues.
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