When Diagnosis Curls a Little: Partial Bowel Obstruction Due to Ascaris. L in a Young Man

Authors

Hanieh Radkhah, Department of Internal Medicine, Sina Hospital, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Mehrnia Omidali, Medical student, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Sadaf Parvin, Medical student, School of Medicine, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Bahareh Shateri Amiri, Department of Internal Medicine, School of Medicine, Hazrat-e Rasool General Hospital, Iran University of Medical Sciences (IUMS), Tehran, IranFollow

Abstract

Ascaris lumbricoides is a helminth commonly infecting humans, particularly in developing countries. It causes a range of clinical symptoms; However, many patients are asymptomatic. This article presents a case study of a young man who experienced diffuse abdominal pain and constipation, eventually being diagnosed with partial bowel obstruction due to Ascaris lumbricoides infection. The article emphasizes the importance of considering helminthic infections like ascariasis as a potential cause of intestinal obstruction, especially in endemic areas. Early diagnosis and intervention, including conservative management and anthelminthic drugs, can lead to a full recovery and avoid unnecessary surgery.

Recommended Citation

Radkhah, Hanieh; Omidali, Mehrnia; Parvin, Sadaf; and Amiri, Bahareh Shateri (2024) "When Diagnosis Curls a Little: Partial Bowel Obstruction Due to Ascaris. L in a Young Man," Journal of Community Hospital Internal Medicine Perspectives: Vol. 14: Iss. 2, Article 14.
DOI: 10.55729/2000-9666.1317
Available at: https://scholarlycommons.gbmc.org/jchimp/vol14/iss2/14