Question 1

i have yellow like worms in stool, what could this be?

Accepted Answer

See details: If you actually have worms in your stool, it must be evaluated. Pinworms are not that uncommon. See a doctor and have the problem evaluated.

Question 2

how to tell the difference between mucus strings and parasites/worms in stool?

Accepted Answer

Stool exam: People always has some concerns about parasites or worm passing in stool , this is happen when person travel back from developing country . Most important to make diagnosis is by stool exam for ova and parasites. This will confirm diagnosis and alleviate your anxiety

Question 3

how can i tell if i am seeing mucous or worms in stool. nothing seems to move visibly. 24 yr old female, underweight?

Accepted Answer

You can't : You should go to your physician or health clinic and have your stools specifically tested for ova and parasites.

Question 4

worms in stool, burns when i go, have seen them, stomach seems blouted, tried 100% cranberry juice, pro biotic vitamines?

Accepted Answer

Worms: in stool require specific treatment and precautions to prevent  re-infection or transmission to others. Diagnosis is important to determine treatment. stool for O and P will be very helpful. Also rectal examination is necessary

Question 5

i took my dog to the vet and he was positive for hookworms. my bowel movements have been strange and they seem to have white-ish sesame seed like things all in it. if i had hookworms, wouldn't i find worms in stool?

Accepted Answer

No: If one has hookworm infestation, the worm is generally not seen in the stool but hookworm eggs are.  Dog hookworm can cause rashes in people related to the larval form (cutaneous larva migrans) but not mature to its adult form.

Question 6

i am experiencing  hemorrhoids and worms in stool. the following also describes me: anal itching. can pinworms get under the skin as it looks like they're inside the hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

Parasites: I have never heard of that occurring. Recommend treating the worms.

Question 7

tiny black string/small worm like shape pieces in stool not stringy. some white pieces too.is it blood in stool, parasitic infection,something i ate?

Accepted Answer

Need exam: The best answer will require pictures and examination of your stool. In our practice it is not uncommon to send the stool for examination of parasites especially if there is concern for blood. Good luck and please get checked.

Question 8

i know i should go in but have no insurance i have skinny white small worm looking things in stool along with lots of mucus they dont move and red and black small globs in dark green stool, only poop about 2-3 times a week?

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: More information is needed.  Would do a virtual consult on Healthtap.com to discuss this issue and possible treatments for it.

Question 9

what type of worm in human feces is small (2-3mm), white (rice grain appearence), black tip on one end, and moves around in the fecal matter?

Accepted Answer

Threadworm?: Probably a threadworm (pin worm) as those are the most common.  Here is a link, i hope this helps!
http://www.Netdoctor.Co.Uk/diseases/facts/pinworm.Htm.

Question 10

i've had small white strings in my stool for 2+ weeks now. they are very short and very thin. are these worms?

Accepted Answer

Could be worms.: Please visit your physician to obtain materials to give a stool sample for ova and parasites to find out. You can also bring one or more in a ziplock bag to show the physician. There are some things that are not well-digested that pass through into stool and give unusual appearances. Have you eaten anything different for the last 2 weeks?

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I have yellow like worms in stool, what could this be?

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How to tell the difference between mucus strings and parasites/worms in stool?

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How can i tell if i am seeing mucous or worms in stool. nothing seems to move visibly. 24 yr old female, underweight?

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Worms in stool, burns when i go, have seen them, stomach seems blouted, tried 100% cranberry juice, pro biotic vitamines?

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I took my dog to the vet and he was positive for hookworms. my bowel movements have been strange and they seem to have white-ish sesame seed like things all in it. if i had hookworms, wouldn't i find worms in stool?

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I am experiencing hemorrhoids and worms in stool. the following also describes me: anal itching. can pinworms get under the skin as it looks like they're inside the hemorrhoids?

A member asked:

Tiny black string/small worm like shape pieces in stool not stringy. some white pieces too.is it blood in stool, parasitic infection,something i ate?

A member asked:

I know i should go in but have no insurance i have skinny white small worm looking things in stool along with lots of mucus they dont move and red and black small globs in dark green stool, only poop about 2-3 times a week?

A member asked:

What type of worm in human feces is small (2-3mm), white (rice grain appearence), black tip on one end, and moves around in the fecal matter?

A member asked:

I've had small white strings in my stool for 2+ weeks now. they are very short and very thin. are these worms?

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