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I have seen long white worms in my stool. this seems to be happening often. i am waiting to be seen later in the week by a health professional. can you advise how i can stop having this problem of reoccurring worms in my stool. i work with children?

Q: i have seen long white worms in my stool. this seems to be happening often. i am waiting to be seen later in the week by a health professional. can you advise how i can stop having this problem of reoccurring worms in my stool. i work with children?

: Collect one or more worms (if that's what they are) and save them in a jar in the refrigerator -- and bring them along for your medical appointment. Good luck.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Collect one or more worms (if that's what they are) and save them in a jar in the refrigerator -- and bring them along for your medical appointment. Good luck.

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Answered 9/19/2023

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A member asked:

I have seen long white worms in my stool. this seems to be happening often. i am waiting to be seen later in the week by a health professional. can you advise how i can stop having this problem of reoccurring worms in my stool. i work with children?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Ferguson agreed

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