(KMDL-FM) A fungal "super bug" is now threatening Louisiana and 22 other states as the drug-resistant and deadly strain marches across the country. Fungal Super Bug Now a Threat to LouisianaAn outbreak of the fungus had been reported earlier this year, but case counts were being managed. Recently, data from the Centers for Disease Control confirmed that not only were case counts growing but the fungus was spreading to even more states. READ MORE: New "Explosive Diarrhea" Cases Confirmed in LouisianaThis is not to be confused with the "explosive diarrhea bug". READ MORE: Avoid These Foods to Avoid "Explosive Diarrhea Bug"The symptoms are usually non-specific but do resemble those of bacterial infections.