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Pinworms are parasites about the length of a staple that live in the rectum. They are the most common worm infection in the United States. Pinworms get inside the body when you swallow their eggs. While you sleep, the female pinworms leave the intestines through the anus and deposit eggs on nearby skin. This can cause intense anal itching. Complications from pinworms are rare.
People get pinworm infections from one another. School-age children and preschoolers are most likely to get pinworms. You do not get them from pets. If you have a mild case, you may not need treatment. If you do need treatment, you and members of your family usually take medicine, since pinworms are spread so easily.
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youtube.com — “Martin D. Fried MD Pediatric Gastroenterology & Nutrition www.HealthyDays.info Produced by DrMDK.com” View full resource at youtube.com
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What Are Pinworms (threadworms)? What Causes Pinworm Infection?
medicalnewstoday.com — “The pinworm, also known as threadworm, seatworm, and formally known as Enterobius vermicularis, is a very common intestinal parasite. Enterobiasis, or oaxyuriasi” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
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cnn.com — “My friend's daughter has pinworms. Can my daughter catch pinworms if they have a playdate together?” View full resource at cnn.com
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When your kid's friend has pinworm: my QA on #CNNHealth http://bit.ly/7Fc6M0
The Signs and Symptoms of Pinworms | The Kid's Doctor: Your Partner in Parenting
kidsdr.com — “I had an email from a patient who was wondering what could possibly be wrong with her four-year-old who had been waking up at night with complaints off rectal pain and itching.” View full resource at kidsdr.com
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Good morning. Dr. Sue's Daily Dose: the signs and symptoms of pinworms. http://tinyurl.com/yde8lav
Pinworms: eMedicine Emergency Medicine
emedicine.medscape.com — “Overview: Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) is the most common intestinal parasite in the United States. Despite primarily living in the gut, the most common chief complaint is anal itching (pruritus). Most patients with pinworm infestation, however, are asymptomatic.” View full resource at emedicine.medscape.com
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Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) is the most common intestinal parasite in the United States. Learn causes & symptoms. http://bit.ly/9edCPS
Pinworm Infection: Parasitic Infections: Merck Manual Home Edition
merck.com — “Pinworm Infection: Parasitic Infections: Merck Manual Home Edition” View full resource at merck.com
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