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Enterobiasis physical examination
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Patients with enterobiasis usually appear restless. Physical examination of patients with enterobiasis is remarkable for skin excoriations as a result of scratching (secondary to perianal itch), perianal skin infections, and visualization of adult worms in the perianal area; usually at night.[1][2]
Physical Examination
Physical Examination
Appearance of the patient
Patients with enterobiasis usually have a normal appearance.
- The patient may be restless, fatigued, and irritable.
- In advanced cases, the patient may appear thin/malnourished.
Vital signs
Vital signs in patients with enterobiasis are usually normal but may have:
- Fever due to secondary infections and malnutrition
- Low blood pressure
Skin
The patient may have:
- Perianal skin excoriations
- Perianal dermatitis
- Perianal folliculitis
HEENT
The patient may have:
- Pale conjunctiva
Heart
- Normal heart sounds
- No murmurs, gallops or rubs
Abdomen
The Patient may have:
Genitourinary
The patient may have:
- Urinary discharge
- Vaginal discharge
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Furqan M M. M.B.B.S[2]