Symptoms Of Amoebic Meningoencephalitis

Seizures

As the amoeba continues to expand its destruction to the brain tissue and delves further into the brain, additional symptoms begin to emerge. Seizures occur in what is known as the secondary stage of the infection, in which the bacteria begin to attack the frontal lobe of the brain. They are a result of Naegleria are typically tonic-clonic. Individuals typically experience a loss of consciousness, lasting up to three minutes accompanied by extreme muscle stiffness and jerking movements. Seizures of this sort are typically not life-threatening on their own. However, an individual experiencing a seizure, especially when accompanied by other symptoms of amoebic meningoencephalitis, should seek medical attention immediately.