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Info Pedia : Brain Eating Amoeba – Naegleria Fowleria

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1. It belongs to the genus Percolozoa. However, the exact status of its genus is being debated and analyzed.

2. It was first observed in Australia in the 1960s.

3. Its life cycle is seen in three stages –

  • Cyst
  • Trophozoite
  • Biflagellate

4. It is usually found in warm fresh water such as lakes, springs, rivers, and hot water from factories and power plants.

5. Treatment – ​​Antifungal drugs include amphotericin B, however, despite treatment, mortality rate is 97%.