- A tragic incident occurred in Nevada as a two-year-old boy lost his life to a brain-eating amoeba infection that he likely acquired during a visit to a hot spring.
- The presence of the amoeba, naegleria fowleri, is extremely rare but almost always leads to a fatal outcome.
Tragedy struck when a two-year-old boy passed away after being infected with a brain-eating amoeba during his family’s visit to a hot spring in Nevada, as reported by authorities.
Woodrow Turner Bundy, the young boy, succumbed to the infection after a week-long battle, reveals his mother. The amoeba responsible for the infection is identified as naegleria fowleri, and the symptoms progressed rapidly, initially resembling typical flu-like illness, mentions Bailey Logue, the boy’s aunt, in an interview with Fox 5 Vegas.
Although the name of the boy remains undisclosed by state public health officials, the possibility of him contracting the infection at Ash Springs, a natural hot spring in Lincoln County, Nevada, is being considered.
The naegleria fowleri amoeba can thrive in warm freshwater environments like lakes and hot springs, and its geographical distribution is primarily concentrated in the southern regions of the United States.
Infection occurs when the amoeba enters the body through the nose and migrates to the brain.
While naegleria fowleri infections are exceedingly rare, as per the CDC, with only 157 reported cases as of 2022, the fatality rate is near 100%. Exceptionally, one 14-year-old boy managed to survive a recent encounter with the amoeba.
A family tribute described Bundy as an energetic and lively boy who cherished life and had a deep love for his family.
“Woodrow’s life serves as a testament to how we should all embrace life,” the tribute continued. “He approached everything with vigor, loving wholeheartedly. He found joy and awe in all the wonders of God’s creations.”
With rising temperatures, the potential habitats for naegleria fowleri amoeba are believed to be expanding. In 2021, a boy contracted the infection after visiting a public splash pad in Texas.
The symptoms of the infection typically commence with headaches, fever, nausea, and vomiting, and can progress to a stiff neck. Ultimately, patients may experience seizures, hallucinations, and even fall into a coma, according to the CDC.
To minimize the risk, the CDC advises avoiding water-related activities in warm freshwater during periods of high water temperatures. Additionally, using nose clips or keeping one’s head above water and refraining from disturbing sediment, where the amoeba are more likely to thrive, is recommended.
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