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As long as pinworm infection is diagnosed and treated, the potential for complications is low. Severe pinworm infections may lead to vomiting and weight loss. If someone who has pinworms scratches excessively, this may lead to secondary bacterial infections. Rarely, females may suffer from pinworms in the va**na. Pinworm infection may lead to appendicitis or fallopian tube inflammation.

Many people wonder if there are effective home remedies for pinworms. Although medication is the most effective pinworm treatment option, several foods and herbs have antiparasitic properties. Garlic, coconut, coconut oil, pumpkin seeds, and grated carrots may have antiparasitic activity. So do grapefruit seed extract and wormwood extract. Always check with your doctor before using home remedies for pinworms or any other condition.

Medications used to treat pinworm infection, such as pyrantel pamoate, have not been studied in pregnant women. It is not known whether these medications are safe to use in pregnancy. If a pregnant woman is losing excessive amounts of weight or not sleeping due to pinworm infection, a doctor may treat her when she has reached the third trimester. It is believed that any potential risk to the developing baby from the use of pinworm medication may be reduced at this time. Doctors may treat women for pinworm infection if the benefits outweigh the potential risks of using the medications. It is not known whether pyrantel pamoate is transferred to the baby in breast milk.

The best way to avoid getting pinworms is to practice rigorous good hygiene. Wash hands well using soap and warm water after using the restroom. Wash bedding, towels, and undergarments in hot water. Always wash hands before eating. Sanitize hard surfaces. Showering is preferred over bathing. Teach children about the importance of hand washing and dissuade them from biting their nails. Pinworm eggs may survive on surfaces for up to 2 to 3 weeks.

Pinworm treatment may involve prescription and over-the-counter medications. Mebendazole and albendazole are prescription medications for the treatment of pinworms, and pyrantel pamoate is an over-the-counter pinworm medicine. One brand of pyrantel pamoate available in many pharmacies is called Reese's Pinworm Medicine. The medications only kill adult pinworms so they must be given in two doses. The first dose kills existing adult pinworms, and the subsequent dose given 2 weeks later kills any new adults that have hatched from any remaining eggs. If multiple family members or children in a daycare or school setting are infected, it is best to treat everyone at the same time to minimize the chance of reinfection.

How do you get pinworms? Pinworm infection is spread through a fecal-oral route of transmission. This refers to infectious agents in the GI tract passing from one person to another via contaminated objects and lack of proper hygiene (hand washing after using the restroom). Where does pinworm come from? People are newly infected by ingesting pinworm eggs that may be on countertops, shared food, bedding, clothing, and other objects. Children may ingest pinworm eggs by sucking on their fingers or thumbs. Pinworm eggs may also become airborne, inhaled, and swallowed, resulting in infection.

Pinworms in children are a common occurrence, but pinworms in adults happen, too. Parents may get pinworms from their infected children. Adults who work at daycare centers, schools, or with institutionalized people may become infected. The parasites are small, but you may be able to see pinworms in stool. If you see worms in your p**p, see a doctor.

Pinworm infections in humans can happen to anyone, but the infection is most common in school-aged children. The infection often spreads to others in daycare, school, home, and other similar settings. Pinworm infection can be distressing but it is very common. It is estimated that more than 30% of children worldwide harbor pinworms. Pinworms in babies and pinworms in toddlers may occur as well. What do pinworms look like? They are small, white, thread-like worms that are about ¼ inch to ½ inch long.

Pinworm infection symptoms usually range from mild to nonexistent. Adult female pinworms travel outside the body at night and lay eggs around the a**s. Pinworms in the a**s may cause itching and discomfort. Signs of pinworms in kids may include irritability and sleep problems. Some people do not have any pinworm symptoms. They are small, but sometimes people can see pinworms in stool.

Meat, fish, rice, beans, fruits, and vegetables are all fine for people with celiac disease, when prepared without ingredients that contain gluten. Some restaurants now offer gluten-free meals. And many stores carry gluten-free versions of pasta, pizza, and cookies. Strict adherence to the diet can prevent health problems. If you don't see improvement, you may need to look for hidden sources of gluten.

A small percentage of people with celiac don't respond to a gluten-free diet. These people may be prescribed steroids to be taken orally or by injection into a vein for short-term use to curb the immune system.