Black fungus

 Mucormycosis, or “black fungus”, usually infects people whose immune system has been compromised, causing blackening or discolouration over the nose, blurred or double vision, chest pain, breathing difficulties and coughing blood.

What does black fungus do?

If the fungus goes in through a cut or a burn, it can cause local infections. But if it goes in through the sinus, it can affect the eyes and eventually, the brain, leading to a fatal situation

How serious is black fungus?

Cases of mucormycosis, or "black fungus," a potentially serious condition that causes blurred or double vision, chest pain and breathing difficulties, have surged in India, mostly among COVID-19 patients. At least 8,848 such cases have been found across the country as of May 21, according to the govt.

Is headache a symptom of black fungus?

Symptoms of Mucormycosis, also known as black fungus, include headache, fever, pain under the eyes, nasal or sinus congestion and partial loss of vision. It affects the sinuses, the brain and the lungs and can be life-threatening in people who are diabetic or have suppressed immunities.

Who are getting black fungus?

According to experts, people with diabetes are more prone to getting the black fungus infection. Amid the surge in COVID-19 infections, Delhi is also "frequently reporting" cases of black fungus, also known as mucormycosis, sources told news agency ANI earlier today.