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What is Enterobiasis also called?
Pinworm infection
What are other names for pinworm infection?
It is also called seatworm infection or oxyuriasis
How long does Pinworm infection last?
Pinworm infection typically lasts for about 2-3 months if left untreated. Treatment with medication can help eliminate the infection sooner. It is important to practice good hygiene and prevent reinfection.
How is pinworm infection detected?
An accurate diagnosis of pinworm infection will require that either the eggs or the adult worms are detected
How are pinworm infections spread?
Pinworm infections are typically spread through ingesting pinworm eggs, which can be found on contaminated surfaces like bedding, clothing, or toys. The eggs can be easily transferred to hands, food, or other objects by touching contaminated items and then touching the mouth. Pets cannot spread pinworm infections.
When you found some 3 inch long white worm like things in my poop are these worms?
You might have the pinworm infectionPinworm infection is a large intestine infection caused by a small, white worm called a pinworm.The pinworm is about the length of a staple. It lives for the most part within the rectum of humans. While an infected person is asleep, female pinworms leave the intestines through the anus and deposit eggs on the skin around the anus. This is why most in most cases of Pinworm infection people scratch around the anus.You should go see a doctor if you think u have pinworm infection, because it will not go on its own. I hope tht i helped :)
What is the symptom of pinworm infection?
The most common symptom of this irritating, but not particularly dangerous, disease is itching around the anal area
What is the scientific name for pinworm?
The scientific name for pinworm is Enterobius vermicularis.
What is kigwa?
a pinworm
Can you get pinworm from biting nails?
Absolutely! This article was taken from a children's health website, but don't let that fool you - it has a ton of information on pinworms. Such disgusting little critters - you definitely don't want to get them in your system! Here's the article -> http://kidshealth.org/kid/ill_injure/sick/pinworm.html
Does alcohol effectively kill pinworm eggs?
Alcohol is not an effective way to kill pinworm eggs. It is recommended to use proper medication prescribed by a healthcare professional to treat pinworm infections.
What is B. quintana infection also called?
B. quintana infection is known popularly as trench fever
