A microscopic, single-celled amoeba that can destroy the brain of its victims has reared its ugly head in Florida.<br />According to CNN, a Florida Department of Health on Friday announced the confirmed case of Naegleria fowleri.<br />The DOH official said infections from Naegleria fowleri are usually fatal. In the US, there have been 143 known cases. Only four have survived.<br />Naegleria fowleri is typically found in warm freshwater like lakes, rivers and ponds. It enters the body through the nasal passages.<br />Also, victims may possibly be exposed to the amoeba through a neti pot when rinsing congested sinuses.
