noun
- small parasitic roundworms that infect the human intestine, especially common in children
Usage: medical
Examples
- The doctor diagnosed the child with pinworms after examining the symptoms.
- Pinworms are highly contagious and spread easily in schools.
- Good hygiene practices help prevent pinworm infections.
- The medication effectively treated the pinworms within a few days.
- Parents should watch for signs of pinworms in their children.
- Pinworms cause itching around the anal area, especially at night.