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What is WHITE fungus (deadlier than black fungus)

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 Mucormycosis, also known as black fungus , is a rare but dangerous infection. It's caused by a group of molds called mucormycetes and often affects the sinuses , lungs , skin , and brain . The infection can happen to anyone at any age. Most people will come into contact with the fungus at some point in their everyday lives. But you're more likely to get sick if you have a weakened immune system because of a medication you're taking or because you have a health condition. Currently it's also adding to India's growing COVID-19 woes at the moment. Amid the second wave of COVID-19, India saw several cases of Black Fungus (also known as Mucormycosis). Now, it has been reported that, Patna, capital city of Bihar has reported four cases of White Fungus. Here's what we know about the fungal infection so far: As per a report by Zee News, Dr SN Singh, Head of Microbiology, Department of PMCH, confirmed cases of white fungus. He said that 4 such cases were detected