Naegleria fowleri meningoencephalitis is commonly acquired by
A) swimming in warm ponds or streams.
B) exposure to body fluids of a contaminated individual.
C) ingestion of water contaminated with fecal material.
D) exposure to bird droppings.
E) mosquito bites.

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Naegleria fowleri is a free-living amoeba found in warm freshwater environments such as ponds, lakes, and hot springs. Infection typically occurs when contaminated water enters the body through the nose during activities like swimming or diving.

Naegleria Fowleri Meningoencephalitis Is Commonly Acquired by