Madhya Pradesh: ophthalmologist Dr Amit Solanki shares measures to control the possibility of black fungus
As black fungus takes over lives and affects a lot of covid-19 recovered patients, ophthalmologist Dr Amit Solanki addressed a gathering on social media discussing measures to control the possibility of the infection.
“Mucormycosis which is commonly known as Black Fungus has become worrisome in covid-19 positive or recently recovered covid-19 patients. Uncontrolled Diabetic patients and immune compromised patients are at higher risk to get this black Fungus infection. It transmits from nose and can affect sinuses, eyes and even brain,” said Solanki.
He urged people not to panic as many a times, red eyes could just be conjunctivitis. He gave the following prevention measures for people:
· Strict control of blood sugar, specially diabetic patient should closely monitor blood sugar
· Judicious & rational use of steroids and that too under supervision of doctor
· Use only clean & sterile water for oxygen humidifier
· Avoid exposure to soil & dust
· Wear mask covering your mouth and nose
· Avoid going to dusty construction sites and cover your foot and arms while handling soil in garden
· Maintain personal and environmental hygiene
· Gargle with Betadine solution
Note: Early diagnosis is very important for saving the eye and life. So whenever you notice any symptoms or signs please consult your doctor immediately.
“Mucormycosis which is commonly known as Black Fungus has become worrisome in covid-19 positive or recently recovered covid-19 patients. Uncontrolled Diabetic patients and immune compromised patients are at higher risk to get this black Fungus infection. It transmits from nose and can affect sinuses, eyes and even brain,” said Solanki.
He urged people not to panic as many a times, red eyes could just be conjunctivitis. He gave the following prevention measures for people:
· Strict control of blood sugar, specially diabetic patient should closely monitor blood sugar
· Judicious & rational use of steroids and that too under supervision of doctor
· Use only clean & sterile water for oxygen humidifier
· Avoid exposure to soil & dust
· Wear mask covering your mouth and nose
· Avoid going to dusty construction sites and cover your foot and arms while handling soil in garden
· Maintain personal and environmental hygiene
· Gargle with Betadine solution
Note: Early diagnosis is very important for saving the eye and life. So whenever you notice any symptoms or signs please consult your doctor immediately.