<unk>  is a long-term fungal infection  of the skin and subcutaneous tissue (a chronic subcutaneous mycosis). The infection occurs most commonly in tropical or subtropical climates, often in rural areas. It can be caused by many different type of fungi which become implanted under the skin, often by thorns or splinters.<unk>  spreads very slowly; it is rarely fatal and usually has a good prognosis, but it can be very difficult to cure. There are several treatment options, including medication and surgery.
Chromoblastomycosis
Actinomycosis
Zygomycosis
Coccidioidomycosis
Paracoccidioidomycosis
Histoplasmosis
Blastomycosis
Sporotrichosis