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Pinworms (Enterobius vermicularis) are white, thread-like worms that are incredibly small. They can be spread by touching a surface that is contaminated with eggs and then touching your mouth. They can also be spread by sitting on a toilet seat that is contaminated with eggs. They live in the intestines during the day and at night, the female worms migrate to the anus and lay eggs.

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They cause the disease Enterobiasis, otherwise known as a pinworm or threadworm infection.

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This parasite infects children ages 5-10, people living with young children, and people living long-term in facilities or institutions. This is not to say that one can not acquire pin worms without meeting one of the qualifications.

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Preventative measures include frequent hand-washing, keeping fingernails short, routinely washing bedding and clothing, and keeping surfaces clean. To treat Enterobius vermicularis, you can get over the counter or prescribed medications made for pin worms, like pyrantel pamoate or mebendazole. You can also take morning showers to get rid of any eggs or worms that may be visible.

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Common symptoms of pin worms include anal itching, vaginal discharge and itching(in some women), irritability and restlessness, loss of appetite, and abdominal pain. These symptoms can worsen and spread if the parasites are not treated. As seen in an image above, the itching has spread to the skin on the feet.