Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM) caused by Naegleria fowleri is a rare and deadly disease that requires prompt treatment with multiple therapies. Although N. fowleri previously was only found in warmer areas, climate change appears to be contributing to its geographic spread. Clinicians should consider PAM when faced with a patient with meningitis, especially if the patient participates in outdoor water activities or practices nasal rinsing.
1.Univ Toledo Ohio, Med Ctr, Toledo, OH 43606 USA 2.Univ Toledo, Sch Populat Hlth, 2801 W Bancroft St, Toledo, OH 43606 USA
Recommended Citation:
Cooper, Amanda Marie,Aouthmany, Shaza,Shah, Kruti,et al. Killer amoebas: Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis in a changing climate[J]. JAAPA-JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANTS,2019-01-01,32(6):30-35