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Can pinworms be cause complications during pregnancy?

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Dr. Pam Yoder answered

Medication might: Pinworms make people uncomfortable literally and figuratively. Weight or sleep loss can occur. They are common in childcare settings but can be prevented with hand hygiene please read this http://www.Cdc.Gov/healthywater/hygiene/disease/pinworms.Html and fact sheet http://www.Cdc.Gov/parasites/pinworm/index.Html also tell your OB providers and discuss treatment http://www.Cdc.Gov/parasites/pinworm.

Answered 8/23/2017

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Pinworms: There is more risk in the first trimester to a developing fetus than in the second and third trimester. Low iron and organ damage are possible risk for you. The medication to treat this is less of a risk than letting the infestation continue.

Answered 11/27/2017

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