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A member asked:

Should i send my children back to school after they have been treated for pinworms and i still can see the worms?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Pinworms: If you child is still passing pinworms, i would keep. Him home until he appears clear.

Answered 11/22/2020

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