A Leech in the nasopharynx of an infant: A Case Report

Introduction: Infestation with leeches can happen due to drinking from spring water or other unhealthy and non-hygienic sources of water or swimming in this infested water. Leech infestation can lead to serious problems in the aerodigestive tract. Case report: In this report, we described a 7-month-old infant presented to Abuzar Hospital of Ahvaz with hematemesis, epistaxis and bloody feces after drinking the Well water that led to leech entry into the nasopharynx. Removal was done, and the patient became symptom free. Conclusion: Infestation with a leech can lead to variable symptoms in the aerodigestive tract like bleeding from the mouth, nose and anus and irritation at the site of its attachment. So, sometimes it is important that keep leech infestation in our mind, especially, when patients live in rural or suburbs areas.