Hello, I'm new to this board, found this site while searching the web to find out what to do about some sort of fungus on a maple tree in my backyard. It has had some kind of toadstool type fungus growing on it for a couple of years. It didn't seem like a big deal then, but the fungus has multiplied, causing bark to fall off and limbs to die that were close to it. I'm apprehensive about calling a tree guy, because I'm sure they will want to cut it down no matter what. I've attached a few pictures of it, is there anyone familiar with this problem and have any suggestions, I would appreciate any advise.