Do not use one mask for a long time

The Dhaka Times Desk Corona patients, especially those with uncontrolled diabetes, requiring steroid therapy or those on ventilation are at high risk of black fungus infection.

Moreover, experts have warned that even if a mask is used for a long time, there is a risk of black fungus infection.

Quoting expert doctors, Hindustan Times reported that within 6 weeks of treatment for Covid-19, patients remain at the highest risk of black fungus infection.

New Delhi's All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) senior neurosurgeon Dr. P Saratchandra says, 'One of the most important factors is uncontrolled diabetes. Using steroids with the conventional drug tocilizumab may increase the risk of black fungus infection. Additionally, patients on ventilation and those requiring oxygen are at increased risk of black fungus infection. If someone needs these within 6 weeks of covid treatment, they are at the highest risk of infection.'

He further said, 'It is very dangerous to give cold oxygen directly from the cylinder. In this case, anti-fungal drug posaconazole can be given to high-risk patients to avoid black fungus infection.'

He also warned against using the same face mask for a long time.

Source: The Daily Star

Things to do to prevent Corona virus

# stay at home all the time.
# Follow the rules and use mask when going out for emergency.
# three-layer cloth mask can be washed if desired.
# wash clothes after coming home from outside. Or hang it without shaking for at least four hours.
# Wash hands thoroughly (for at least 20 seconds) with soap or liquid before coming outside.
# plastic PPE or eyes, face, head must be washed thoroughly with detergent and dried after one use.
# Wear PPE made of cloth or clean as described.
# Use a head cap that completely covers the hair.
# Those who have sneeze cough should follow all the rules promulgated by the government. Also, wash hands as directed before and after handling food items, keys, switches, mice, remote controls, mobiles, watches, computer desks, TVs, etc. and after using the bathroom. Those who have dry hands use Moisture after washing their hands. Soap or hand liquid can be used. Why can this virus remain in the crackle (cracked part) of dry hands? Avoid using highly alkaline soaps or detergents.