Question

what is black fungus?? In detail​

Answer 1

Mucormycosis, commonly called black fungus, is a serious and rare fungal

The black fungus that invades the brain is being increasingly seen in vulnerable patients in India as the health system continues to struggle amid the pandemic.

This infection caused by a group of fungi called mucormycetes. These are ubiquitous in the environment and can often be seen on rotting food. Despite being common in the environment, it doesn’t cause infection in humans as our immune cells can easily fight such pathogens.

Answer 2

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The infection which is also known as 'Black Fungus' affects the brain and the lungs.

Mucormycosis, known colloquially as the black fungus, is a rare but dangerous fungal infection caused by a group of moulds known as mucormycetes, which are present naturally in the environment.They only cause serious complications when a patient has pre-existing health problems or has taken medication that compromises the immunity system.