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How likely is it for me a 20 yr old female to get naegleria fowleri from inhaling dirt from window screen while changing it? i felt particles go in nose and couldnt get it out. next morning sides of head is hurting and pressure. am i overthinking?
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Yes. You will not get Naegleria from dust. For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. Get HPV vaccine. Wish you good health! Safe sex: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/safer-sex-guidelines
Answered 9/26/2022
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Yes, health related anxiety is likely. You might develop sinusitis related or not related to inhaling dust, but Naegleria is not likely to be causing it. See your doc in case your symptoms do not clear in few days.
Answered 9/26/2022
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