Mucormycosis is a serious but rare fungal infection caused by a group of molds called mucormycetes. 

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Risk factors:

1. Uncontrolled diabetes

2. Indiscriminate use of steroids

3. Long term therapy with humidified oxygen

4. Immunosuppressants

 

Symptoms include:

• One-sided facial swelling

• Headache

• Nasal or sinus congestion

• Black discharge from nose

• Black lesions on nasal bridge or upper inside of mouth that quickly become more severe

• Fever

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Visit a doctor if you develop any of these post covid.