Naegleria amoeba in cerebrospinal fluid, illustration - stock illustration

Naegleria fowleri amoeba in cerebrospinal fluid, computer illustration. The amoeba N. fowleri can cause meningoencephalitis, which is the inflammation of the brain and its membranes. Infection is by inhalation, often by children when swimming in fresh water. Headaches, vomiting, and sensory disturbances are followed by death unless aggressive drug therapy is used. This illustration shows cerebrospinal fluid containing Naegleria parasite in trophozoite form and numerous neutrophils.