enterobius vermicularis

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small threadlike worm infesting human intestines and rectum especially in children

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Enterobius vermicularis, also known as the pinworm or threadworm, is a parasitic roundworm that primarily infects humans. It is one of the most common types of intestinal parasites, known for causing the medical condition Enterobiasis especially in children. Adult worms typically reside in the colon and rectum, whereas the eggs are laid around the anus which can cause itching and discomfort. The infection is usually spread by ingesting these microscopic eggs, often due to poor hygiene or contact with contaminated objects or surfaces.