ENTEROBIASIS (Pinworm Infection): CLINICAL AND EPIDEMIOLOGICAL FEATURES AND HYGIENIC PREVENTION

Abstract

This article examines enterobiasis (pinworm infection) as a widespread parasitic disease, focusing on its clinical and epidemiological characteristics as well as hygienic prevention strategies. The study analyzes the life cycle and transmission mechanisms of Enterobius vermicularis, emphasizing its high prevalence among children and its rapid spread in conditions of inadequate hygiene.Special attention is given to the clinical manifestations of the disease, including perianal itching, sleep disturbances, and potential complications such as secondary infections and genitourinary involvement. The article also evaluates modern diagnostic approaches, particularly the adhesive tape test, as the most effective method for detecting infection.Furthermore, the role of hygienic measures in preventing and controlling enterobiasis is highlighted. Regular hand hygiene, personal cleanliness, environmental sanitation, and public health education are identified as key factors in reducing infection rates and preventing reinfection. The findings suggest that integrated clinical and preventive approaches are essential for effective management of enterobiasis in both individual and community settings.