Pallavi Yelne

Department of General Medicine, Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Acharya Vinoba Bhave Rural Hospital, Sawangi (Meghe), Wardha, Maharashtra, India

Publications

  • Case Report   
    Rhino-cerebral Mucormycosis In Post- Covid 19 Patient: A case report
    Author(s): Juee Meghe*, Shilpa Bawankule, Zahiruddin Syed Quazi, Abhyuday Meghe and Pallavi Yelne

    Introduction: There was a sudden surge in mucormycosis cases which were observed during April and May of 2021 due to excessive and irrational use of steroids among COVID-19 patients. Here we are reporting a typical case of COVID-19 related rhino cerebral mucormycosis and its management. Presentation of case: The patient reported in this case was diagnosed with COVID-19 and undergone treatment according to the government protocols for COVID. Following recovery after 10 days the patient complained of pain over the upper jaw i.e. bilateral sinus region, toothache and persistent headache for 4-5 days. MRI and CT scan showed bilateral sinusitis. On direct nasal endoscopy, mucormycosis was confirmed. Early management with Intravenous (IV) liposomal amphotericin B, clindamycin and tab. Posaconazol was done with surgical debridement. Discussion: Mucormycosis .. Read More»

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