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Ascariasis 5y/o male came in with severe abdominal pain. Had a history of vomiting and passing out of "live worms". Abdominal xray revealed obstruction. Ex lap done with IOF: 53 ascaris

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Case Report

• Title: Ascariasis in a 5-year-old male
• Symptoms: Severe abdominal pain, vomiting, passing out of live worms
• Diagnosis: Abdominal x-ray revealing obstruction
• Surgery: Exploratory laparotomy

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