Mucormycosis or Black Fungus is usually seen in elderly diabetics with poor sugar control. It may occur in younger COVID-19 patients, especially following prolonged steroid use.
Author: Dr Shibal Bhartiya
Dr Shibal Bhartiya is an eye surgeon with special interest in the diagnosis and management of glaucoma and ocular surface diseases, currently working as Senior Consultant at Fortis Memorial Research Institute, Gurgaon.
Badminton and Eye Injuries
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