Symptoms Of Amoebic Meningoencephalitis

Amoebic meningoencephalitis, also called Naegleria infection, is a rare bacterial infection caused by exposure to an amoeba while swimming in lakes, rivers, and hot springs. Exposure to the amoeba causes severe and irreversible brain damage. Diagnosis of the infection is done through CT scan, MRI, or spinal tap. Treatment for amoebic meningoencephalitis typically involves an injection into a vein or directly into the around the spinal cord to eradicate the amoeba. However, even with treatment, the infection is generally fatal, with death occurring within one week of exposure.