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Why do i keep getting pinworms every 3 months, even though i respect all hygiene norms and do the vermox treatment? how can i get rid of them definitively? can someone get immunity to them?
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People get pinworms when they ingest pinworm eggs that hatch in their gut. It would not be expected in an adult unless they have frequent contact with toddlers. It is not the only reason one develops anal itching. If you are re-treating without documenting true infestation you may be missing the alternative.
Answered 10/1/2023
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