After Black Fungus, 'more dangerous' White Fungus reported in Patna - Who are at high risk of infection?

As India is witnessing a rise in the number of Black Fungus cases in COVID-19 recovered patients, an infection which affects lungs in a similar manner of COVID-19 virus, called ‘White Fungus’ has been reported in Patna, Bihar.

New Delhi: As India is witnessing a rise in the number of Black Fungus cases in COVID-19 recovered patients, an infection which affects lungs in a similar manner of COVID-19 virus, called ‘White Fungus’ has been reported in Patna, Bihar. Talking about the same, Dr SN Singh, head of PMCH's Microbiology Department said four cases of White Fungus have been reported so far. Just like COVID-19, White Fungus also damages the lungs. However, the infection can be treated by antifungal drugs.