Of the many parasitic infestations involving worms, pinworms are the most prevalent form of worm infestation. They affect approximately 200 million people all over the world, one-third of which can be found in the United States. Genus Enterobius or pinworm, is a parasitic roundworm belonging to the phylum Nematoda.
The liver and spleen share common blood circulation pathways. Due to the circulatory link between the liver and spleen, many disease processes affect both organs. Infections, blood cell diseases, liver diseases, cancer and inherited disorders can adversely affect the liver and spleen, causing enlargement of both organs. Any disease process that causes ongoing liver inflammation -- or chronic hepatitis -- and subsequent liver scarring can lead to cirrhosis.
There are three main subtypes of Gaucher disease: Type 1 disease is most common. It involves bone disease, anemia, an enlarged spleen and thrombocytopenia. Type I affects both children and adults. It is most common in the Ashkenazi Jewish population. Type 2 disease usually begins in infancy with severe neurologic involvement. This form can lead to rapid, early death. Type 3 disease may cause liver, spleen, and brain problems.