Human Health And Disease Question 79
Question: ‘Enterobiasis’ disease is caused by
[CBSE PMT 1988]
Options:
A) Filaria worm
B) Hook worm
C) Pin worm
D) Round worm
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
It causes itching around the anus which can lead to difficulty sleeping and restlessness.
The cause of enterobiasis, is pinworm, a small white, threadlike nematode.
Typically inhabits the cecum, appendix, and adjacent areas of the ileum and ascending colon.
Gravid females migrate at night to the perianal and perineal regions.
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