Question

Enterobiasis is characterised by.

• A. Anal itching
• B. Genital itching
• C. Abdominal pain and diarrhoea
• D. All the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All the above

Pinworm infection, also known as enterobiasis, is a human parasitic disease caused by the pinworm. The most common symptom is itching in the anal area. This can make sleeping difficult. The main symptoms are pruritus ani and perineal pruritus, i.e., itching in and around the anus and around the perineum. The itching occurs mainly during the night and is caused by the female pinworms migrating to lay eggs around the anus. The symptoms also include Intermittent abdominal pain and nausea.

So, the correct answer is 'All the above'.