Fungal infections are common and can affect various parts of the body. Alternative words for "fungal infection" include mycosis, fungal disease, fungal infestation, fungal invasion, fungal colonization, fungal sepsis, and fungal contamination. Mycosis is a medical term used to describe any kind of disease caused by fungi. Fungal diseases include athlete's foot, ringworm, candidiasis, and aspergillosis, among others. Fungal infestation refers to the growth and spread of fungi in living tissue or other organic matter. Fungal colonization refers to the presence of fungi in a particular area, but without causing any harm or damage. Fungal sepsis refers to a severe fungal infection that can cause septicemia or sepsis-like symptoms. Fungal contamination refers to the unintentional presence of fungi in food, medicine, or other products.