An antifungal cream is typically used to treat which condition?

Antifungal creams are specifically formulated to combat infections caused by fungi, including yeast, which is a type of fungus. Yeast infections often involve the overgrowth of Candida species, leading to symptoms like itching, redness, and discharge in affected areas. The active ingredients in antifungal creams work by disrupting the cell membrane of the fungi, effectively eliminating the infection and alleviating symptoms.

While skin rashes can sometimes be caused by fungal infections, they may also be due to other factors such as allergic reactions or irritants, thereby not specifically requiring antifungal treatment. Fungal nail infections also utilize topical or oral antifungal medications, but they may require stronger formulations or different treatment routes. Viral infections, on the other hand, are caused by viruses and would not respond to antifungal treatments, emphasizing the specificity of antifungal creams for fungal-related conditions.