Fungi in the intestine: is a normal flora or pathogens?

Answer:
Fungi are not "normal flora" in the intestine, as many bacteria are. But fungi "passing through" are not uncommon either. We consume many fungal spores every day. They are everywhere. Some of these spores may germinate and begin to grow as they pass through the intestine, which offers ideal conditions for fungal growth, providing warmth, moisture, darkness and nutrients. However, these fungi just pass on through with the rest of the material, and cause no harm. Such fungi can cause infections only in people whose immune systems are suppressed, like AIDS patients and patients undergoing chemotherapy.

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fungi is a pathogens which causes microbiol infection

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