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DR. FAHMI FARAH – COVID-19/FUNGUS FATAL CONNECTION 4 10 21
DR. FAHMI FARAH – COVID-19/FUNGUS FATAL CONNECTION 4 10 21
DR. FAHMI FARAH – COVID-19/FUNGUS FATAL CONNECTION 4 10 21
Monday 12th April 2021
Dr. Fahmi Farah reveals the deadly connection between COVID-19 and aspergillus fungus, offering insights on risks and prevention.
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Get the buttons here!Dr. Fahmi Farah: The Hidden Danger of Aspergillus Fungus in COVID-19 Patients
So the mortality rises because they're already very sick. And this fungus, actually can cause infection in the lung by causing pneumonia.
Ever wondered about the hidden dangers lurking for COVID-19 patients? Dr. Fahmi Farah, a cardiologist at Baylor-Scott-White, joins the hosts of 'American Medicine Today' to shed light on a lesser-known but deadly threat: aspergillus fungus. This common fungus, often found in hospital settings, has been identified as a direct cause of death in some COVID-19 patients, raising alarms among physicians nationwide. Dr. Farah explains that aspergillus is particularly dangerous for those who are already immunocompromised due to severe COVID-19 infections.
The fungus can lead to pneumonia and lung abscesses, significantly increasing the mortality rate. Diagnosing aspergillus is tricky because it doesn't usually show up in standard lab tests, requiring specific tests like polymerase chain reaction (PCR) to confirm its presence. One major complication is the use of steroids in COVID-19 treatment. While steroids help suppress the inflammatory response caused by the virus, they also weaken the immune system, making patients more susceptible to fungal infections.
This creates a vicious cycle that doctors must carefully manage. So, what can you do to protect yourself or your loved ones? Dr. Farah recommends following CDC guidelines—wearing masks, washing hands, avoiding crowds and travel—and adds that limiting exposure to soil and plant material and keeping homes clean can also help reduce the risk of aspergillus infection. The episode wraps up with a discussion on when life might return to normal post-pandemic. While vaccine rollouts offer hope, Dr.
Farah emphasizes the importance of continued vigilance and following health guidelines until we can safely return to our usual routines. Tune in to this eye-opening episode to learn more about this critical issue and how you can take steps to protect yourself and others.