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Enterobiasis.

M K Libbus

    The Nurse Practitioner
    |September 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    Pinworm infestation (enterobiasis) is common, often undiagnosed, and typically presents with itching. Effective treatments exist, requiring family-wide medication and repeat dosing for complete eradication.

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    Area of Science:

    • Infectious Diseases
    • Parasitology
    • Primary Care Medicine

    Background:

    • Enterobiasis, or pinworm infestation, is a widespread parasitic infection frequently encountered in primary care.
    • Accurate incidence and prevalence data are challenging due to frequent underdiagnosis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To summarize the diagnosis, treatment, and management of pinworm infestations in a primary care context.
    • To highlight the role of healthcare providers, such as nurse practitioners, in managing enterobiasis.

    Main Methods:

    • Diagnosis commonly relies on the cellulose tape test or patient/parental reporting of symptoms, particularly nocturnal pruritus ani.
    • Treatment involves effective antihelminthic medications.

    Main Results:

    • Effective antihelminthic treatments are available for pinworm infections.
    • Recommendations include treating all close family contacts and administering a second dose after a two-week interval to ensure parasite eradication.

    Conclusions:

    • Pinworm infestations are manageable with available treatments and proper protocols.
    • Nurse practitioners play a crucial role in educating, supporting, and treating families affected by enterobiasis.

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