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Pinworms are caused by the nematode parasite Enterobius vermicularis. It is mostly found in infants and young children. The main symptoms are severe itching in the anal area and behavioral changes due to the itching.
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Consumer health resource center providing information on the causes, symptoms, and treatment of pinworms.
Advice for travelers on this infection including mode of transmission, occurrence, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, and the preventative measures that can be taken.
Article by Sun Huh, MD, PhD.
Doctor written information for consumers on what causes pinworm, who is at risk, how it spreads, diagnosis and treatment.
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