Two Eye Cornea Infections Linked to Parasite in Sea of Galilee Water
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Two people contracted corneal infections from a parasite in the Sea of Galilee water after swimming there in late June and early July, prompting health warnings but no swimming restrictions.
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- Two corneal infections linked to Microsporidium parasite in Sea of Galilee water were reported last week.
- Both patients swam in the lake in late June and early July before developing symptoms.
- The parasite can cause eye inflammation and vision damage if untreated.
- Drinking Sea of Galilee water is safe; swimming is still allowed.
- Those with eye redness, pain, or foreign body sensation after swimming should see an eye doctor.
- Symptoms appear one to three weeks after exposure to the parasite.
The Israeli Ministry of Health has reported two recent cases of corneal eye infections caused by the parasite Microsporidium found in the waters of the Sea of Galilee. Both patients swam in the lake in late June and early July. This parasite can lead to eye inflammation and potentially impair vision. Despite these cases, the Ministry emphasizes that drinking the water from the Sea of Galilee poses no risk and swimming in the lake remains safe. Individuals who have swum in the Sea of Galilee and experience symptoms such as eye redness, pain, or a foreign body sensation should promptly consult an ophthalmologist. Symptoms typically appear between one to three weeks after exposure.
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