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From nj. webmd says tap water could have naegleria fowleri so try to avoid inhaling the water,but a few drops go into the nose inadvertently,is it bad?
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Likely Not: They key word is "could have". Your best information about the quality of your tap water; presence of contaminants or lack thereof will best be from your state water department. Take care and stay healthy!
Answered 9/14/2017
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From what source ?: Current urban/suburban water systems purify/and chlorinate their water supply to meet various standards.This eliminates such risk.Each municipality should be able to provide you with their classification.This amoeba inhabits sitting water in tanks/ponds/slow moving streams.Water sourced from such areas may provide some risk.
Answered 9/14/2017
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It would be exceedingly rare for you to contract Naeglaria in this manner unless you are shooting water up your nose under high pressure. Don't worry so much
Answered 6/1/2022
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