Enterobiasis or pinworm infection is an intestinal infection caused by the parasitic roundworm called Enterobius vermicularis. Enterobiasis is also called seatworm infection or oxyuriasis. Worms are transmitted from person to person by ingesting eggs (oral-fecal route), or through contact with contaminated bedding, food, or other items. The eggs eventually hatch in the small intestine and then mature in the colon. Female worms then migrate to the anal area, especially at night, and deposit their eggs. This leads to severe itching in and around the anus. The other symptoms may include upset stomach, loss of appetite, irritability, restlessness, and insomnia. Pinworm infections are usually common in children and are easily treatable.

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