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Oxyuriasis
Oxyuriasis (or enterobiasis) is an infection of the digestive tract with pinworms. It usually occurs in children, and causes itchiness in the anal area.
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Baby 0-2 | Rare | ||||
Toddler 3-5 | Very common | ||||
Preteen 6-13 | Very common | ||||
Teenager 14-18 | Very common | ||||
Young adult 19-40 | |||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | |||||
Senior 60+ |
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