Question 1

what is oxyuriasis?

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Pinworms: Oxyuriasis in another word for a pinworm infection. Pinworm infections are caused the intestinal nematode (roundworm) enterobius vermicularis.

Question 2

how is oxyuriasis treated?

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Oxyureasis treatment: Oxyureasis or pinworms are treated with a single dose of vermox, and it should be repeated after two weeks in case there is reinfection.The other members of the family should be treated as well and all other close contacts especially children.

Question 3

what are the tests for oxyuriasis?

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Pinworms: We, often, use clear tape to get the worms or eggs on the tape and look at it under a microscope or magnifying glass to test for pinworms.

Question 4

what's effective for helping to prevent oxyuriasis?

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Pinworms=hand wash: For 'oxyuriasis' or pinworms is also called enterobiasis(caused by enterobius vermicularis). Treatment is a simple
pill regimen written by a physician. Prevention includes:
washing hands after using the bathroom and before preparing food. Wash bedding and underclothing frequently, especially those of any affected family members.

Question 5

what is pinworm infection medicine?

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Pinworm treatment: Pinworms (enterobius) are treated with oral medications known as Mebendazole or Albendazole (see your physician).

Question 6

how can i tell if i have a pinworm infection?

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Symptoms...: Pinworms usually cause difficulty sleeping due to itching, severe itching around anus, peri-anal inflammation from scratching, vaginal area itchiness in females.

Question 7

what are the symptoms of a severe pinworm infection?

Accepted Answer

Anal itching: Itching in the anal area.

Question 8

how do i know my child has a pinworm infection?

Accepted Answer

Pinworm diagnosis: Early in the morning, before bathing, look closely at your child's recturm.  Pinworms look like tiny white threads, or toilet paper residue.  You can do a pinworm tape test and submit to the lab for definitive diagnosis.

Question 9

how do you confirm the diagnosis of pinworm infection?

Accepted Answer

Pinworms: There is a test called a tape test. Basically scotch tape- like paper is applied to the rectum in middle of night and sent to a lab to examine. This will confirm the infection.

Question 10

how long does a pinworm infection last?

Accepted Answer

Until treatment over: Pinworm infestations will cease after proper treatment which takes about two weeks time.

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