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Enterobius vermicularis in the nose: A rare entity
Vishnu Kaniyur1, Kishore H Chandra Prasad, P P Devan
1Department of ENT and Head and Neck Surgery, Department of Microbiology, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore, India.
Summary
A rare case of pinworm infection in the nose is described. This unusual nasal pinworm (Enterobius vermicularis) infestation was successfully treated with albendazole.
Area of Science:
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Parasitology
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Nasal symptoms are common, often attributed to conditions like allergic rhinitis.
- Parasitic infections of the nasal cavity are rare, with Enterobius vermicularis typically affecting the gastrointestinal tract.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a rare case of nasal pinworm (Enterobius vermicularis) infestation.
- To highlight the diagnostic challenges and successful treatment of this unusual presentation.
Main Methods:
- Clinical case presentation of an 11-year-old girl with a persistent crawling sensation in the nose.
- Microscopic examination of nasal secretions to identify parasitic elements.
- Pharmacological treatment with albendazole.
Main Results:
- Confirmation of Enterobius vermicularis infestation in the nasal cavity.
- Resolution of symptoms following albendazole treatment.
- Absence of recurrence at follow-up.
Conclusions:
- Enterobius vermicularis can present with unusual symptoms in the nasal cavity.
- Microscopic examination of nasal secretions is crucial for diagnosing rare parasitic infections.
- Albendazole is an effective treatment for nasal pinworm infections.
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