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General Reference ⬇

(Amebic Meningoencephalitis)

Pathophys and Cause ⬆ ⬇

Pathophys:Colonic wall invasion

Epidemiology ⬆ ⬇

Rare

Signs and Symptoms ⬆ ⬇

Sx: Incubation period weeks to months

Si:Fever, fecal leukocytes often present; friable rectal mucosa; alternating constipation and diarrhea

Lab and Xray ⬆ ⬇

Lab: Antibody titers best; O+P

Treatment ⬆

Rx:Rehydration and supportive care; metronidazole (Flagyl), etc