While Coronavirus Cases in Telangana state are on the decline, the number of black fungus cases among Covid patients in the state continues to rise. According to the data from health authorities, there were 744 patients with black fungus undergoing treatment at government and private hospitals across the state, till May 27.
Cases Of intestinal Black Fungus Reported in Delhi May 23, 2021, 14:50 IST
There has been a rise in black fungus cases in India. The infection mostly affects the eyes and lungs. It has become another concern amidst the second wave of Covid19. While all this is happening, a hospital in Delhi reported two cases where the infection was found in the intestine.
What comes as a surprise is that two such cases were reported at the Sir Ganga Ram Hospital but among them, one patient did not even take any steroids. The excessive use of steroids in Covid treatment has been identified as the major reason behind Black fungus infection.
What is Black Fungus, Symptoms and Treatment Methods May 16, 2021, 14:55 IST
Now India is facing a new disease called mucormycosis or Black Fungus. The Black Fungus infects COVID patients only. It s caused by a group of molds called mucormycetes and often affects the sinuses, lungs, skin, and brain. According to the Indian Council of Medical Research, the following conditions in Covid-19 patients increase the risk of Black Fungus infection.
Uncontrolled diabetes
Black Fungal Infection Symptoms
Eyelid loss and blurred vision have also been observed in some Black Fungus infections Covid.
Dark spots around the nose
Symptoms of pulmonary (lung) mucormycosis include: