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Pinworms are tiny, worm-like parasites that cause
severe itching around the anus or vagina. You get them by swallowing
the pinworm eggs in foods or anything else that enter through the
mouth. Though the body can sometimes fight the manifestations of the
worms because of natural antibodies, the infestation of pinworms bet
severe leading to pinworm infection. Due to the extremely contagious
nature of pinworms, it is strongly recommended that the infected
individual should undergo some treatment to rid themselves of the
parasites faster. Treatment of the pinworm infection involves
medication and disinfection.
Treatment of pinworm infections commonly uses
anthelmintics medications. These are medications used for the
treatment of various worm infections such as pinworms. Anthelmintic
medications are available either over-the-counter or through a
prescription. Mebendazole over-the-counter is the most common
treatment in anthelmintics family. It can kill the pinworms and as
well as the eggs. However, treatment should always be accompanied by
disinfection. The disinfection includes washing everything used by the
infected person. Washing hands after a bowel movement as well is
particularly important. In general, preventing pinworms can be easily
done through using proper cleaning and personal hygiene methods.
Paying attention to what goes in your mouth is
another way of preventing ingestion of pinworm eggs. Though pinworm
eggs can’t be seen by the naked eye, washing and disinfecting your
hands after using public restrooms is particularly important to
prevent infestation. This will allow you to disinfect yourself while
at the same time getting rid of any pinworm eggs.
