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Where do the human pinworms, enterobius vermicularis, generally live in the human body?

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Correct Answer:

Rectum

Rationale:

✍️ Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) typically inhabits the rectum and lower intestine.

✍️ At night, female worms migrate to the anal opening to lay eggs, causing perianal itching.

✍️ They do not live in the stomach, duodenum, or transverse colon.

✍️ This rectal location explains why infection is diagnosed by the tape test around the anus.

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  • Category: PRE-REQUISITES NURSING COURSES
  • Subcategory: MICROBIOLOGY
  • Domain: MICROBIOLOGY_EXAMS
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