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Nagleria fowleri
I was bathing and shower water went in my nose now I am super nervous about nagleria fowleri can you please help me by answering
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Dr. Vijeth L Urs
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10 yrs exp
Mysore
The risk of contracting Naegleria fowleri (commonly known as the “brain-eating amoeba”) from shower water is extremely low. This amoeba is typically found in warm, untreated freshwater (like lakes, rivers, and hot springs) and not in treated tap water. Shower water is usually treated and chlorinated, which greatly reduces the likelihood of amoeba contamination.
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Watch for any unusual symptoms like severe headache, fever, nausea, or neck stiffness over the next 1–2 weeks. If these occur, seek medical attention immediately.
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