Enteribius Vermicularis-Vermine Lady Flashcards
1
Q
What is the common name for Enteribius Vermicularis
A
Pin worms
2
Q
What is the life cycle of Enteribius Vermicularis
A
Is in the intestine, then at night, they will migrate and lay eggs in the anus
3
Q
What is the mechanism of transmission
A
Fecal oral route
The eggs in the anus are very itchy, so host scratches and can reinfect
4
Q
What is the diagnostic tool used for Enteribius Vermicularis
A
Scotch tape on the anus, where eggs are visible under microscope
5
Q
What is the treatment for Enteribius Vermicularis
A
- Pyrantel pamoate
- Albenazole
