It
is a common intestinal disease caused by Round worm ( Ascaris lumbricoides).
The worm lives in the intestine and causes a number of disorders.
Occurrence: It is a common disease found
throughout world. However, more frequent in tropical countries. It is more
common among children than in adults. It is most common in persons with
unhygienic habits.
Causative organism: The causative organism is Ascaris
lumbricoides.