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I have what seems to be a dozen or more dead half inch white worms in my feces after my last couple bowel movements, what worm could it be?

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Worms: Pin worm is the most common. IT would be a good idea to take a sample of stools and have the pathologist look at it and confirm the type of worm so that the correct treatment can be done.

Answered 12/30/2016

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A member asked:

I have what seems to be a dozen or more dead half inch white worms in my feces after my last couple bowel movements, what worm could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

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