Definition of Pinworms:
Small intestinal parasitic worms that infect mainly children but which are also common in families with children. Pinworms are about 1⁄2 an inch (1.25cm) in length, white, thin and pointed at both ends. The most common symptom is anal itching, as the worms come out at night to lay their eggs.
Also: Seatworm, Enterobiasis, Enterobius vermicularis, Oxyuriasis, Pinworm, Pinworm Infection, Threadworm
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“...In the case of pinworms, this is almost always the case...”
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“...25% of the world's population may be infected with roundworms (which can reach the size of pencils) and include hookworms, whipworms, pinworms and trichinae...”
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Pinworm Infection
...the condition
“...Pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis) may be the most prevalent worm parasite in the United States and Europe...”
...our question about Anal itching
“Itching around the anus, especially at night, is a common symptom of pinworm infestation...”
...recommendation Garlic
“Studies in humans support the use of garlic to treat various worms, including pinworm. In addition to consuming garlic, consider carefully peeling a raw garlic clove (don't scratch or nick it), then insert into rectum before bed.”
...recommendation Conventional Drug Use
“Pin-X (pinworm treatment containing pyrantel pamoate) is available over-the-counter as a single dose remedy...”
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Quassia Amara
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“...A time-honored folk remedy from the West Indies, for fevers, malaria, snakebite, dyspepsia, venereal diseases, rheumatism, alcoholism, intestinal worms (pinworms, ascarides), cancer, as a stomach bitter for indigestion, amebic dysentery, giardiasis, and gallbladder pain...”
Stool Exam
...as a treatment
“...Detecting the presence of parasites, such as pinworms or Giardia lamblia...”
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“Strongyloides stercoralis is the threadworm parasite of man...”
Urinalysis
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“...Rarely, pinworm ova may contaminate the urine...”
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Last updated: Dec 14, 2022