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I snorted tap water in florida and am worried about brain eating amoeba. what should i do? i'm very scared?
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Tap water is cleaned with chlorine. There is no chance of that.
Answered 7/5/2021
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Naegleria fowleri is the causative agent for Primary Amebic Meningoencepalitis (PAM). It is commonly found in warm bodies of fresh water, warm water discharge from industrial plants, UNDER-CHLORINATED human-made aquatic venues, and soil. It's infrequently found in contaminated tap water & hot water heaters. Only 37 known infected individuals in Florida from 1962 to 2017.
Answered 7/5/2021
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