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Brain-Eating Amoeba - A Rare but Deadly Infection

Brain-Eating Amoeba - A Rare but Deadly Infection

A brain-eating amoeba is a rare but deadly infection of the brain that is caused by a single-celled organism called Naegleria fowleri. The amoeba is found in warm, fresh water, such as lakes, rivers, and ponds. It can enter the body through the nose when people swim or dive in

Brain-Eating Amoeba - The Horrific Parasite That Attacks the Human Brain

Brain-Eating Amoeba - The Horrific Parasite That Attacks the Human Brain

Naegleria fowleri, commonly known as the brain-eating amoeba, is a microscopic single-celled organism that can cause a rare but deadly infection of the central nervous system called primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM). PAM is a rapidly progressive and often fatal infection that can lead to severe neurological damage and death within

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