Why do I need a fungal culture test?Your health care provider may order a fungal culture test if you have symptoms of a fungal infection. The symptoms vary depending on the type of infection. Symptoms of a superficial fungal infection include:Red rashItchy skinItching or discharge in the vagina (symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection)White patches inside the mouth (symptoms of a mouth yeast infection, called thrush)Hard or brittle nailsSymptoms of a more serious, systemic fungal infection include:FeverMuscle achesHeadachesChillsNauseaFast heartbeat
