Fungal molds of mucormycetes cause rare and deadly mucormycosis. Inhalation of these fungal spores affects the sinuses and lungs. In normal people, the body's natural immunity fights it off, but in people under medications to suppress their immunity or have weakened immune system due to other illnesses, mucormycosis leads to black nasal discharge, facial swelling, shortness of breath, black lesions on the palate and nasal bridge, nasal blockage, fever, and headache. Based on the site affected, there are rhinocerebral, gastrointestinal, pulmonary, and cutaneous mucormycosis.
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Can a mouth sore be a sign of black fungus?
Query: Hi doctor, My aunt is taking Amphotericin (antifungal) for a suspected black fungus case. We were not in contact within one week of her checkup. Can you let me know if we are in any imminent danger, as I am feeling some sores in my mouth suddenly for the past two days? Is it a spreading disease li... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Black fungus or Mucormycosis is an infection that spreads only by air when someone comes into contact with fungal spores. You do not need to worry much as you have had no contact with your aunt for a week. But follow certain precautions like avoiding damp places and us... Read Full »