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Clubbing and whipworm infestation.

M D Bowie, A Morison, J D Ireland

    Archives of Disease in Childhood
    |May 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary

    Whipworm (Trichuris trichiura) infestation can cause clubbing, growth issues, pallor, abdominal distension, and bloody diarrhea. Recognizing this link prevents misdiagnosis and unnecessary tests.

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    Area of Science:

    • Tropical medicine
    • Pediatric gastroenterology
    • Infectious diseases

    Background:

    • Whipworm (Trichuris trichiura) is a common intestinal parasite.
    • Clinical presentations of trichuriasis can be diverse and sometimes severe.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe and discuss the association between Trichuris trichiura infestation and specific clinical signs.
    • To highlight the importance of recognizing this association for accurate diagnosis.

    Main Methods:

    • Case description and literature review.
    • Analysis of clinical manifestations in patients with whipworm infestation.

    Main Results:

    • Clubbing, growth retardation, pallor, abdominal distension, and prolonged bloody diarrhea are associated with Trichuris trichiura.
    • Failure to identify this association can lead to misdiagnosis.

    Conclusions:

    • Early recognition of the link between Trichuris trichiura and these symptoms is crucial.
    • Prompt diagnosis prevents unnecessary investigations and ensures appropriate treatment for whipworm infection.

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