Why Do Fungal Infections Often Begin on the Skin or in the Lungs

question 9

Multiple Choice

Why do fungal infections often begin on the skin or in the lungs?

• A) Because some fungi reproduce through tiny spores in the air
• B) Because these areas are relatively free of beneficial bacteria to combat infection.
• C) Because antibiotic use disrupts the microbiomes in these areas first
• D) Because many varieties of fungi exist in water

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