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Can i get brain eating aomeba though eyes? i was outside and got puddle water in my eyes. its been cold and rainy out. am i at risk?

Q: can i get brain eating aomeba though eyes? i was outside and got puddle water in my eyes. its been cold and rainy out. am i at risk?

: No, this parasite does not invade our human body via the eyes.

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No, this parasite does not invade our human body via the eyes.

Answered 12/15/2022

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A member asked:

Can i get brain eating aomeba though eyes? i was outside and got puddle water in my eyes. its been cold and rainy out. am i at risk?

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