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Threadworm (pinworm)

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Threadworm (pinworm) is an infectious condition characterized by night itch and anal discomfort. Symptoms point to its presence. It should be confirmed by a qualified clinician, especially if symptoms worsen. Tests used to confirm include mebendazole for the household. Treatment is decided by a clinician after confirming the diagnosis. No dosing information is provided.

Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic

What it is

Threadworm (pinworm) is an infectious condition assessed by SI.

Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic

Symptoms

Findings that point to it: night itch anus.

Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic

When to seek care

See a qualified clinician to confirm or rule this out, sooner if symptoms worsen.

Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic

Diagnosis

Tests used to confirm: mebendazole for the household; hygiene measures.

Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic

Care & treatment

Treatment is decided by a clinician after confirming the diagnosis. No dosing information is given here.

Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic

Clinical guideline

NICE CKS threadworm

Sources: SI, NLM MedlinePlus · Reference · Mayo Clinic

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Text: SI summary in its own words (CC BY 4.0) with NLM MedlinePlus public-domain summary; facts checked against WHO fact sheets (CC BY-NC-SA 3.0 IGO, paraphrased with attribution) and Mayo Clinic (linked reference only, no text used); ICD-10 and labels from Wikidata (CC0).

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