There is a threat of brain-eating insect ‘Amoeba’ in Kerala for the last several days. Panic is being seen among the people regarding this. Amoebic meningoencephalitis, often called “brain-eating amoeba”, is caused by Naegleria fowleri. Now Karnataka government has also become alert regarding this.
The health department of the state government has issued an advisory regarding the pilgrims of the state visiting Sabarimala temple. The government has issued advisories on precautions to be taken to protect oneself from amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM). Necessary guidelines have been issued to avoid brain-eating amoeba.
What was said in the health advisory?
The health advisory issued by the Karnataka government states that amoeba is mainly found in hot freshwater sources and mud and it does not spread from one person to another or by drinking contaminated water. The advisory advised people to wear a nose clip or hold their nose tightly while bathing in stagnant water to prevent water from entering.
How does Naegleria fowleri reach the brain?
The advisory states that Naegleria fowleri is highly toxic, which enters through the nose and reaches the brain, causing this serious and fatal disease. People have been advised to go to the nearest hospital for treatment if they experience symptoms such as fever, headache, nausea, stiff neck or behavioral disorders within 7 days of coming in contact with the water.
According to an official statement, on 16 November, the day the temple opened. 53,278 pilgrims visited the temple that day. According to local officials, the huge crowd at Sabarimala is creating chaos as the queues for darshan are becoming as long as 10 hours.
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