As the second wave of COVID-19 continues to rage across India, some parts of the country have begun witnessing the resurgence of COVID-19-induced “black fungus” cases. This fungal infection, which caused many patients to lose their eyesight last year, has emerged in several hospitals in Delhi and Gujarat this week.In spite of its prevalence since the beginning of the pandemic, doubts still linger over the nature of this fungal infection. Here are some answers to those doubts and other frequently asked questions:Q. What is black fungus?Black fungus, also known as MUCORMYCOSIS, is a rare fungal infection. It is called “black” because of the color of the fungal growth. It is caused by exposure to mucor mold which is found in soil, manure, and rotten/decaying fruits & vegetables. It is ubi
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