Deadly “black fungus” infecting Covid survivors in India

The video discusses the rise in mucormycosis cases among COVID-19 survivors, particularly diabetics. Mucormycosis is a rare fungal infection caused by mucor mold, affecting the sinuses, brain, and lungs. It has a high mortality rate and often requires surgical intervention. Diabetics are at higher risk due to weakened immune systems, exacerbated by COVID-19 and steroid treatments. Steroids, while reducing lung inflammation, also lower immunity, potentially leading to increased mucormycosis cases.

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