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Mucormycosis risk factor
Recovered from covid 1 month back in home isolation.
Since then taking steam once in a day for 5-7 minutes. Clean utensils and RO water.
My suger levels fluctuate between 90-105.
Was not on steroids (just azithro, doxy).
My work doesn't include any dusty environment. Usually as a habit, clean nose 2-3 times a day.
Am I at any kind of risk? Due to steam or etc..
Shall I stop steam ?
Please suggest
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Sugar levels are normal.
You have no risk factor for mucor.
Steam and nose cleaning once a day is sufficient.
Next Steps
do not worry. ✌
follow covid hygiene and social distancing protocols.
you have recovered from an illness, let your body rest and take time to heal.
improve diet and exercise.
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Stop steam...few studies suggest that excessive steam may be harmful. U r not at risk of mucormycosis. Avoid excessive nose cleaning..it may damage the inner skinnif nose.
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Mucormycosis is a risk factor for patients who are immunocompromised, diabetics, have been on steroids or are transplant patients. A study suggests that repeated use of same mask can also be a risk factor though still not proven. At your age just keep yourself and your environment clean and sanatized .steam inhalation should not be a problem. Stay healthy.!!!
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Dr. Aman Gangwani
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Kanpur
If you are not a known case of DIABETES / any other immunocompromised condition
And you were not treated with steroids ( specifically immunosuppressive dose )
Then no you are not at risk for MUCORMYCOSIS
Next Steps
Please make sure you clean and disinfect your steamer after every use
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