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I took 1 albenza (albendazole) 5weeks ago 2nd 3werks ago, and reeses a week ago..i would definitely assume the worms are gone but why do i still see it in my stool?

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Dr. Bachar Al-Alami answered

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Consult your Dr.: Depends on what are treating? What worm ? Roundworm, hookworm =once pin worm = repeat in 2 weeks , tapeworm = daily 1-6month and so on . Consult your dr.

Answered 12/22/2013

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A member asked:

I took 1 albenza (albendazole) 5weeks ago 2nd 3werks ago, and reeses a week ago..i would definitely assume the worms are gone but why do i still see it in my stool?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bachar Al-Alami answered

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