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A 29-year-old female asked:
my son has been having dark feces that reaks of decayed tooth. hes four. his dad is type 1 diabetic. tiny hair like things stand up n move in it wtf?
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Dr. Johanna Frickeanswered
Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics 50 years experience
Probably pinworms, : maybe another type of worms. See his pediatrician for evaluation. Early in the morning, spread his buttocks & press the sticky side of a piece of scotch tape against his anus. Put the tape in a small plastic bag & take it with you to the appointment so it can be checked for pinworm eggs. If stool samples are needed for other causes, his doctor will give you collection cups & instructions.
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