Question 1

symptoms of pinworms?

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None or itching: Many people with pinworms show no symptoms. If they do, the most common symptom is itching around the anal area, especially at night. In more severe cases, there can be nausea, vomiting, and belly pain.

Question 2

is it true that pinworms affect a women having her time of month?

Accepted Answer

No: There is no correlation between pinworms and menstrual cycles.

Question 3

enterobiasis.okay i think i have the symptoms for enterobiasis.(pinworms)?

Accepted Answer

Ok: If you are concerned then  see your doctor for a prescription. Rectal itching, visible worms in the stool, and yes, teeth grinding at night can all be symptoms of pinworms. It is easily treated.

Question 4

aside from the itch, what are some less common symptoms in children with pinworms?

Accepted Answer

Most have no sx: If it wasn't for the itch & the difficulty these kids have trying to sleep, we wouldn't need to treat this at all. Old wives tales have you believe the kids grind their teeth but that is bull. The allergic reaction that some kids get to the oily material the eggs are laid in is the basic problem. Short term help using a cold wash to remove the oil & soothing creams can help baby rest.Rx takes time.

Question 5

what are the symptoms of a severe pinworm infection?

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Anal itching: Itching in the anal area.

Question 6

what are the symptoms of hemorrhoids and pinworms. ?

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See Your Doctor: Hemorrhoids and Pinworms can have similar symptoms; most commonly anal itching. Unlike pinworms, hemorrhoids can cause pain depending on their location and bleeding. Hemorrhoids are caused by swollen rectal blood vessels whereas pinworms are an infestation. Your symptoms are not given therefore be aware your full medical history and visual inspection may suggest other possible causes. See a doctor

Question 7

are there any pinworm die off symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Dont understand qs.: Pinworms die if the anal-oral cycle is broken--meaning if you do not itch and then put your fingers in your mouth.wash your hands and be careful.there are very safe medications to treat them too.talk to your dr.

Question 8

what other symptoms can pinworms cause except itching?

Accepted Answer

Primarily Itching: Pinworms cause perianal itching &amp; are primarily limited to this area however they may migrate to adjacent areas &amp; cause genital itching, Rarely they can migrate up into the vagina or the urethra causing inflammation/infection. All household members should be treated together to prevent re-infesting each other. Treatment must be repeated in 2 weeks. See your doctor for correct diagnosis &amp; treatment

Question 9

is there a way to tell it is pinworms besides the itching symptom?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The eggs are often seen on a "tape test" done by placing see through tape on the anal cleft and then examining it under the microscope.Some parents find the worms that are like thin threads less than an inch long if they examine their kids (anus) after they have been asleep a while.

Question 10

2 more q. does my fam have to be treated for pinworms if theyre not experiencing symptoms?& can i be infected again during meds or will they die too

Accepted Answer

Pinworms: It is best to treat the family even if they are not showing symptoms. Because they can get the pinworm eggs under their nails to start the lifecycle of the pinworm all over again.

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