A pinworm or threadworm infection happens when eggs transfer from the anus or contaminated surfaces to the mouth and intestine. It causes itching. Treatment is available.

Steps you can take to prevent pinworm infections include: Keep your fingernails clipped short. Take a shower or bath every day (in the morning is best, because pinworms lay eggs at night).

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Pinworms: What to Look For and How to Prevent Infection. Pinworms are the cause of a highly contagious intestinal infection in humans. Learn about its symptoms, the tape test, and effective ...

2. Carrots. Another effective home remedy for pinworms are raw carrots. It is said that eating a cup of raw, shredded carrots twice daily can help your body flush out the worms through your ...

Pinworm infections spread via the fecal-oral route — by the transfer of infective pinworm eggs from the anus to someone’s mouth, either directly by hand or indirectly through contaminated ...

Lice, pinkeye and pinworm can spread easily from child to household, but thorough cleaning and good hygiene can help fight them off. By Jolie Kerr This article was originally published on June 3 ...

Dientamoeba fragilis is a parasite that lives in the large intestine of humans. WebMD explains why some people contract this common infection, how it's diagnosed, its symptoms, and its treatment.

Pinworm is one of the most common infections in the U.S., primarily affecting children. Consumer Reports shares tips on how to prevent its spread.