Maxillary Mucormycosis

Mucormycosis, also known as zygomycosis; is an uncommon saprophytic opportunistic fungus caused by fungi of order Mucorales. These fungal spores are found in the soil and in decaying vegetation. Most individuals are exposed to these fungi on a daily basis, but people with weakened immune systems are more susceptible to infection. Mucorrmycosis typically develops in patients with compromised immune system as a consequence of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, renal failure, organ transplantation, chemotherapy, severe burns, and malnutrition It causes localized cutaneous infection associated with high morbidity and, on dissemination, high mortality.. Rhinocerebral mucormycosis is the most common type while occurrence on palate is rare & late. Hereby we present a case of mucormycosis presenting as maxillary osteomyelitis.