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10 cases of rare Acanthamoeba infections reported in Louisiana since 2024
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Key Points:
- Louisiana health officials have identified 10 cases of rare Acanthamoeba infections since 2024, including eight cases of Acanthamoeba keratitis, an eye infection that can cause permanent vision loss, primarily affecting contact lens wearers.
- Two severe cases in 2026 involved infections in the sinuses and brain, with one fatality; both individuals reported using nasal irrigation devices with tap water.
- The Louisiana Department of Health warns against using tap water for nasal rinsing, contact lens cleaning, or medical device maintenance, advising the use of distilled, sterile, or boiled water instead.
- Symptoms of Acanthamoeba infection vary and can be severe, especially in people with weakened immune systems, who are urged to seek prompt medical attention if symptoms arise after water exposure.
- LDH has issued a health advisory to providers to increase awareness, promote early diagnosis, and emphasize preventive measures to reduce infection risks.
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