New Delhi. In the last few weeks cases of fungal infections in the country have increased rapidly. Many states of India have declared black fungus as epidemic. Although mucor-mycosis is not an uncommon or new disease, rapid spread of other infections during the covid-19 epidemic, high mortality rates, and non-availability of antifungal medicines are causing fears about black fungus among people.
It is not necessary that mucormycosis will affect everyone, but it can be serious and fatal for those who already have health complications or major illnesses. People whose immunity is weak for some reason at the moment may be exposed to this fungal infection. Let us know which people need to be careful to avoid black fungus infection.
Uncontrolled diabetes
At this time, the risk of being exposed to any type of fungal infection is higher for those who are suffering from high blood sugar level or uncontrolled diabetes. Diabetes severely increases inflammation and suppresses the body’s immunity, while high glucose levels also allow fungus to easily enter the body, thrive and cause significant complications.
Skin infections, injuries occur frequently in diabetes patients, which can help fungus enter the body. People who suffer from severe diabetes, and also have a cavid, have an increased risk of black fungus.
Weak immune system
Certain conditions in which autoimmune disorders can inhibit the immune system from functioning well or protecting the body from pathogens. Black fungus spreads in the body when a person inhales it in the air or through the air in a contaminated environment. If a person’s immune system is weak or impaired, recovery can be prolonged, affecting other vital organs and slowing healing. Therefore, people whose immunity is weak, or often fall ill, need to be more careful.
HIV / AIDS
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), HIV-AIDS has the greatest contribution to suppressing the immune system. Because of which not only a person suffering from HIV positive easily succumbs to any disease, but often, fungal infection also develops. During this time there are risks such as long recovery time, poor results and even increased mortality. This type of risk is also associated with those who have fought or are fighting cancer, using steroids.
Those who have recovered from Kovid-19 in last 6 weeks
At present, cases of black and white fungus are seen mostly in those who have recently recovered from Kovid-19 or have been hospitalized due to corona. The body becomes weak after fighting Kovid and hence it is easy to get caught in the second infection.
Kidney disease
Kidney damage and failure can be bad for your immunity because it can weaken your system and cause penetration and consequent damage to germs and pathogens.
Disclaimer: The advice and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purposes only and should not be taken as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor if you have any questions or problems.
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