Very risky: Mucormycosis is a fungal infection that commonly affects immunocoromised individuals. It has an extremely high death rate even when treated properly. The risk ranges between 25% and 85% depending on body part involved and underlying health.
Answered 9/28/2016
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If uncontrolled: It can be fatal, as with many different infections. I've personally seen a fatal case when it was left improperly treated.
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Mucormycosis: The fatality rate depends on what part of the body is infected, how severe the infection is and if you get rapid & aggressive treatment. Mucormycosis (Zygomycosis) can be a very serious disease caused by inhaled fungal spores. It can infect your nose, sinuses, eyes, , brain, digestive tract and lungs. A severe form is called rhinocerebral mucormycosis is often fatal.
Answered 7/19/2020
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