The Brain-Eating Culprit

The findings revealed that Kerry was a victim of an illness caused by a brain-eating amoeba known as Naegleria fowleri. Due to the nature of her condition, doctors determined it was best for her to be taken out of life support.

How it Got Her Infected

The micro-organism causes no harm when ingested through the mouth. But when forced up the nose, it could cause a fatal illness. It may have found its way into Kerry’s brain when water got up her nose after she jumped into the water several times.