Question 1

string pieces in stool, eat a lot of fibre, stool test negative-strings hard to break apart, worried. could this be worms? haven't been at risk?

Accepted Answer

Stool changes: I would recommend that you get evaluated by your primary physician and then gastroenterologist. The stool will need to be tested for any infection but likely a GI specialist will recommend endoscopy to see if internally anything is affecting the stool 
hope that helps.

Question 2

if i thought i saw a threadworm in poop,would it pull out easily with a tweezer or would it just break apart? would there be only one or 2 or would there be more? could you get these worms if no one left home for several months? no kids/pets in home?

Accepted Answer

: Most of these finds are undigested debris from food/salads/etc. Threadworms are rarely found in adults but may be as transient as any germs in the poop. There presence has minimal significance. The situation where treatment/investigation would be needed would be symptomatic anal itching.

Question 3

do food product containing gelatin, particularly gummy bears and gummy worms, reduce the effectiveness of bc pills, if taken just a few minutes apart?

Accepted Answer

Not normally: A person who is taking her birth control pills properly, and then eats a typical, normal amount of gelatin-containing foods, should not notice any change in the effectiveness of her birth control pills. Of course, nobody knows what would happen if a person ate an unsually huge amount of gelatin. Thus, as with all things in life... everything in moderation.

Question 4

hard bits of (something) in stool. if it were liver flukes or worms it wouldn't brake apart would it?

Accepted Answer

Stool: Would suspect issue is constipation if hard stools. See your pcp or GI to have stool tested if concerned of parasites. Read more at www.Browardgi.Com.

Question 5

stringy, slimey, slippery, shiny, dark brown thing in stool. i poked it with a qtip and it came apart with a little effort. this wasn't a worm was it?

Accepted Answer

Thoughts...: Can't say whether or not it's a worm, but the food you eat contributes to the stool's consistency and appearance.  Foods with high insoluble fiber (celery) can cause stringy things in stool.  Your doctor will probably consider doing some stool studies if concerned, especially if you've been travelling or living abroad.  Best of luck!

Question 6

have frequent loose stools and see (not seedlike) but specs of pure white things in it. they brake apart like ricotta cheese. is this worms?

Accepted Answer

Mucous: This is likely mucous. If you have chronic loose stools you should see your doctor.

Question 7

bleeding near the rectum with a sack or bubble that grows then breaks out with blood, is it hemorrhoids or intestinal worms? since a month ago i have started to feel sharp pain near the rectum and it would just occur once a while, but i cannot feel anythi

Accepted Answer

Hello. : Hello. Hemmorrhoids are like sacs and can feel squishy (or even hard if there is a clot inside). They can become quite painful and they can also cause anal itching. It isn't the best idea to squeeze hemmorrhoids as you are injuring the skin.  Hemmorrhoids contain blood. They can swell up (like if you have lots of constipation) or they can shrink down over time.  I recommend that you see  your family doctor who can properly diagnose your conditions and provide you a number of options for handling this.   When hemmorrhoids become really problematic people may see a general surgeon for help. Take care.

Question 8

how do kids get pen worms?

Accepted Answer

Pin worms: Pin works have a human to human transmission(feco oral).The eggs are present on the anus and through person to person get ingested.  The eggs are hardy and can remain viable in a moist environment for up to three weeks.  Please see the graphic for the life cycle.  The most common symptoms is anal itching and it is usually diagnosed by "scotch tape method" to look under the microscope.

Question 9

how can you know if you have worms?

Accepted Answer

Symptoms from: Worms vary significantly depending on parasite. Worms may obstruct the GI tract w constipation or they could cause diarrhea. Malabsorption can lead to frequent hunger. Anemia can cause fatigue. You could have a bad taste in your mouth or bad breath. You may feel anxious, grind teeth or have middle insomnia. Some worms cause skin lesions. Musculoskeletal pain as well.

Question 10

what are the signs of worms inside me?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Symptoms from worms vary significantly depending on the parasite.  Worms may obstruct the GI tract with constipation or they could cause diarrhea. Malabsorption could lead to frequent hunger. Anemia could cause fatigue.  You could have a bad taste in your mouth or bad breath. You may feel anxious, grind teeth or have middle insomnia. Some worms cause skin lesions. Musculoskeletal pain as well.

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String pieces in stool, eat a lot of fibre, stool test negative-strings hard to break apart, worried. could this be worms? haven't been at risk?

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If i thought i saw a threadworm in poop,would it pull out easily with a tweezer or would it just break apart? would there be only one or 2 or would there be more? could you get these worms if no one left home for several months? no kids/pets in home?

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Do food product containing gelatin, particularly gummy bears and gummy worms, reduce the effectiveness of bc pills, if taken just a few minutes apart?

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Hard bits of (something) in stool. if it were liver flukes or worms it wouldn't brake apart would it?

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Stringy, slimey, slippery, shiny, dark brown thing in stool. i poked it with a qtip and it came apart with a little effort. this wasn't a worm was it?

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Have frequent loose stools and see (not seedlike) but specs of pure white things in it. they brake apart like ricotta cheese. is this worms?

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Bleeding near the rectum with a sack or bubble that grows then breaks out with blood, is it hemorrhoids or intestinal worms? since a month ago i have started to feel sharp pain near the rectum and it would just occur once a while, but i cannot feel anythi

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