Enterobiasis history and symptoms

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Overview

The symptoms may include painful itching around the anus, restless sleep, poor appetite, and failure to gain weight.

History and Symptoms

• Difficulty sleeping due to the itching that occurs during the night.
• Intense itching around the anus.
• Irritability due to itching and interrupted sleep.
• Irritated or infected skin around the anus, from constant scratching.
• Irritation or discomfort of the vagina in young girls (if an adult worm enters the vagina rather than the anus).
• Loss of appetite and weight (uncommon, but can occur in severe infections).