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How Long Does Pinworm Infection Take To Resolve?

I have had pinworms for the past six to eight months I thought they were a hemorrhoids and I treated them as that I found out about 3 days ago that I had pinworms and I took the medication yesterday the two pills are supposed to take in the beginning and then a week later and I m supposed to take 2 more pills I was just wondering how long it will take for the symptoms to subside the itching and the burning
Thu, 29 Dec 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. I have seen many cases with similar complaints. Please find my advice below-:
1)Please take (Mebendazole-100 mg) 3 doses during 21 days periods of time.

I hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to write to me.
Wishing you all the best.
Thanks,
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How Long Does Pinworm Infection Take To Resolve?

Hi, Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. I have seen many cases with similar complaints. Please find my advice below-: 1)Please take (Mebendazole-100 mg) 3 doses during 21 days periods of time. I hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to write to me. Wishing you all the best. Thanks,