Threadworms
(Commonly known as pinworms)
Threadworms are a common parasite, where tiny worms infect your large intestine and can be found in your poo.
You might have sore throat if you have:
Itching around your bum or vagina
Difficulty sleeping due to itchiness
Restlessness or irritability, particularly in children
- Ingestion of threadworm eggs, often from contaminated surfaces or objects
- Poor hygiene practices, such as not washing hands properly after using the toilet or before eating
- Close contact with an infected person or sharing items like bedding or towels
- Itching and irritation around the bum, particularly at night
- Visible threadworms in your poo
- Disturbed sleep patterns due to itching
- Take a course of over-the-counter medication such as mebendazole as directed
- Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, especially after using the toilet and before eating
- Wash bedding, towels, and clothing regularly, particularly if someone in the household is infected
- Trim fingernails short and encourage children to avoid scratching their bottoms to prevent further spread of eggs
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