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Do swimmers get that rear disease call amoeba because water goes up the nose when they swim?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Yes: The likely point of entry of the amoeba is through the nose into the brain. Fortunately amebic encephalitis is rare.

Answered 8/22/2013

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Dr. David Martin answered

Specializes in ENT - Head & Neck Surgery

Amoebic disease: Infection from naegleria fowleri, the organism responsible for amoebic meningoencephalitis, is quite rare. The organism tends to live in warm, stagnant freshwater, and there are typically only a few cases worldwide every year. I wouldn't worry.

Answered 12/23/2013

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