CASE DISCUSSION

Brain-Eating Amoeba

Presented from by Dr. Bhupesh Kumar Mansukhani

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Case Description

The term "brain-eating amoeba" commonly refers to Naegleria fowleri, a rare but deadly free-living amoeba found in warm freshwater bodies like lakes, hot springs, and poorly maintained swimming pools. Infection occurs when contaminated water enters the nose, allowing the amoeba to travel to the...

Case Summary

Naegleria fowleri, a "brain-eating amoeba," is a free-living amoeba found in warm, fresh water, causing primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM), a severe CNS infection. The infection is not spread through fecal matter or person-to-person contact, but rather enters through the olfactory nerves via contaminated water. While rare, PAM has a high fatality rate, exceeding 95%. Since 1962, less than 500 cases have been documented globally, likely due to its non-contagious nature. Recent outbreaks, particularly in Kerala, India, show an increase in cases compared to previous years.

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Dr. Bhupesh Kumar Mansukhani

Director and Founder of NeuroMet Wellness Care, Gurugram, Haryana

Dr. Bhupesh Kumar Mansukhani is the Founder and Director of NeuroMet Wellness Care in Gurugram, Haryana, where he leads a specialized practice integrating stroke management, headache relief, and chronic neurological pain care . With around 14 years of clinical experience, including advanced training from Harvard Medical School, he focuses on innovative procedures like SPG nerve blocks for headache and comprehensive protocols for stroke recovery and post-stroke pain. Dr. Kumar is a certified Stroke Specialist and recognized for his research contributions, including co-authored patents aimed at advancing brain science. He is also an active member of several professional societies, such as the American Academy of Neurology and the World Stroke Organization, reflecting his commitment to evidence-based care and professional development