May 30, 2021
Prof Aftab informed that they are receiving more patients with such cases. These patients are being operated on emergency basis. JNMC also has a post-Covid follow up OPD near the Trauma Centre Emergency.
Prof Shahid A Siddiqui (JNMC Principal) cautioned: “Covid patients can contract black fungus two or three weeks after their recovery from the virus. These cases have increased all over the country and people with symptoms specific of the fungus such as nasal congestion, nasal block, dry and black crust in nasal cavity, black spots around nose and/or eyes, redness and congestion in eyes, reduced eye ball movements, sudden diminished vision and black spots in oral cavity specially on palate should avoid self-medication, keep blood sugar level under control and must contact the doctors immediately”.