Enterobiasis

Enterobiasis is a contagious intestinal parasitic infection caused by the nematode *Enterobius vermicularis*, commonly known as the human pinworm Pathophysiologically, adult female worms migrate from the cecum and colon to the perianal skin to deposit eggs, typically at night, triggering an inflammatory reaction

Enterobiasis is a contagious intestinal parasitic infection caused by the nematode *Enterobius vermicularis*, commonly known as the human pinworm

The infection primarily affects the gastrointestinal tract and occurs most frequently in pediatric populations, household contacts, and individuals residing in crowded or institutional settings Pathophysiologically, adult female worms migrate from the cecum and colon to the perianal skin to deposit eggs, typically at night, triggering an inflammatory reaction The hallmark clinical manifestation is nocturnal pruritus ani, which can lead to sleep disruption, restlessness, excoriation, and secondar...