Which of the following conditions is NOT an example of a mycotic infection?

Malaria is recognized as a condition that is not classified as a mycotic infection because it is caused by a parasitic organism, specifically protozoa from the Plasmodium species, transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes. Mycotic infections, on the other hand, are caused by fungi.

Athlete's foot, ringworm, and thrush are all fungal infections. Athlete's foot is a skin condition caused by dermatophyte fungi, which thrive in warm, moist environments. Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection that can affect various parts of the body, presenting as circular, red, itchy patches. Thrush, also known as oral candidiasis, is caused by an overgrowth of the Candida fungus in the mouth and throat. Therefore, these three conditions are examples of mycotic infections, while malaria distinctly belongs to a different category of infectious diseases.