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OBJECTIVES: Along with the COVID-19 pandemic, another illness wreaking havoc in India is mucormycosis, also known as black fungus. Mucormycosis was previously known as zygomycotic infection, which is a consequential type of infection caused by several mildews known as Mucoromycetes. It is an invasive type of disease which occurs more commonly in individuals with low and weakened immunity. The main objective of this study was to identify the mucormycosis cases post COVID-19 and to determine the risk factors and treatment for positive cases. METHODS: Thirty-three patients (61% men, 39% women; mean age 55 years) with mucormycosis were identified in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. RESULTS: People who received COVID-19 vaccines had a lower rate of infection with the fungus than non-vaccinated people. In steroid users the risk was very high compared with those not taking steroids. CONCLUSION: The majority of non vaccinated patients with preexisting co-morbidity conditions like diabetes, chronic illnesses and irregular use of steroids during COVID-19, might have greater risks of getting mucormycosis rather than normal COVID-19 positive cases.
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BACKGROUND: Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a neuroendocrine metabolic disorder characterized by an irregular menstrual cycle. Treatment for PCOS using synthetic drugs is effective. However, PCOS patients are attracted towards natural remedies due to the effective therapeutic outcomes with natural drugs and the limitations of allopathic medicines. In view of the significance of herbal remedies, herein, we discuss the role of different herbs in PCOS. METHODS: By referring to the Scopus, PubMed, Google Scholar, Crossref and Hinari databases, a thorough literature search was conducted and data mining was performed pertaining to the effectiveness of herbal remedies against PCOS. RESULTS: In this review, we discuss the significance of herbal remedies in the treatment of PCOS, and the chemical composition, mechanism of action and therapeutic application of selected herbal drugs against PCOS. CONCLUSIONS: The present review will be an excellent resource for researchers working on understanding the role of herbal medicine in PCOS.
