Symptom Checker
Pinworms are small intestinal worms that can infect children. The most common symptom is itching around the anus, especially at night.
Enterobius vermicularis causes pinworm infection. The worms spread when microscopic eggs move from contaminated hands, clothing, bedding or surfaces into the mouth.
The AAP guide below explains how to check for pinworms, how they are treated and how to reduce reinfection.
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