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Does covid recovered patient who have diabetes are also prone to get black fungus?He has not taken any steroids and was in home isolation.
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Look.out for symptoms like nasal blockade, cheek pain, congestion.
Yes the diabetics are a risk factor for mucormycosis but you should not jump to conclusions at this point.
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look out for warning signs
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If steroids were not given and blood sugar levels are maintained then chances of developing Black fungus/Mucormycosis are quite low.
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Maintain proper blood sugar levels
Get periodic Fasting and post-lunch blood sugar profile
Get periodic Hba1c tests done.
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Can possible but not 100%
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Chances very low.
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Dr. Narendra Singh
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
11 yrs exp
Nainital
Mucormycosis is a complex phenomenon. With this short history it’s difficult to escalate the risk.
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Consult with full history.
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Dr. Akash Goyal
General Physician
2 yrs exp
Faridabad
Very lo but take care of their blodd sugar
Strictly follow their blood sugar level.
Strictly follow diet and some breathing exercise.
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Dr. Mahammad Riyaj
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4 yrs exp
Gulbarga
If his blood sugar is under control and not taken any steroids, very less chances he will get infected
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