Mucormycosis
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When faced with symptoms affecting the nose, the paranasal sinuses, or the lungs in people with weakened defenses, a prompt evaluation is important, since it could be mucormycosis.
Mucormycosis is a rare and serious infection caused by a group of fungi that can invade tissues of the nose, the paranasal sinuses, the lungs, or other areas, especially in people with a compromised immune system.
Risk factors: It is more likely in those who have low defenses or certain conditions that weaken the body.
Common symptoms: Nasal congestion, facial pain, inflammation, lesions in the affected area, or respiratory symptoms, depending on the location.
Which specialist treats it? The otolaryngologist assesses the involvement of the nose and paranasal sinuses, and the pulmonologist the lung involvement. Because of its seriousness, when these symptoms appear in people with low defenses it is essential to seek medical care immediately.
Data on 59 doctors who treat mucormycosis
Which specialist treats mucormycosis?
Mucormycosis is treated by a pulmonologist or an ENT specialist, depending on the area of the body affected by this serious infection. If you have severe nasal congestion, facial pain, or difficulty breathing, especially if you have diabetes or another condition that weakens your immune system, see one of these specialists immediately. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in mucormycosis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Luis Miguel Méndez Saucedo
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Erika Salinas Lezama
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Rodrigo Fernández Pellón
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Frequently asked questions
What is mucormycosis?
When faced with symptoms affecting the nose, the paranasal sinuses, or the lungs in people with weakened defenses, a prompt evaluation is important, since it could be mucormycosis.
Which doctor treats mucormycosis?
Mucormycosis is treated by a pulmonologist or an ENT specialist, depending on the area of the body affected by this serious infection. If you have severe nasal congestion, facial pain, or difficulty breathing, especially if you have diabetes or another condition that weakens your immune system, see one of these specialists immediately. You can find these specialists near you through our directory.