It most commonly affects the sinuses or the lungs after inhaling fungal spores from the air. By inhaling fungal spores from the airBy coming in contact with spores through a cut, scrape, or burn in the skinWho is at risk of developing it? However, we know that COVID-19 affects our immune system. Moreover, the treatment of COVID-19 patients involves the intake of drugs like dexamethasone, which suppresses our immune system response." In addition, COVID-19 patients undergoing oxygen therapy in ICU, where humidifiers are used, are prone to fungal infection because of exposure to moisture."

Source: dna June 03, 2021 11:37 UTC