Is it true that the mode of transmission for meningioencephalitis caused by Acanthamoeba spp. involves the amoeba entering the nasal passages while swimming?

The statement is accurate; Acanthamoeba spp. can indeed enter the body through the nasal passages, particularly during activities such as swimming in contaminated water. Once in the nasal passages, the amoeba can travel along the olfactory nerve pathways into the central nervous system, potentially leading to conditions such as meningoencephalitis. This mode of transmission highlights the risk associated with exposure to water containing the amoeba, particularly for individuals with a compromised immune system or those who have had traumas that expose them to contaminated water. Thus, the correct answer reflects the established understanding of Acanthamoeba spp. and its pathogenic potential in causing meningoencephalitis through this specific transmission route.