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What Causes Passing Of Red Worms In Stool?
hello, my name is Mirna, i m 18 years old and I just saw a fuzz ball containing very small tiny red worms in my stool is this parasite dangerous ? should i go to a doctor immediately or can I wait ? because me medical insurance is being renewed now
Tue, 25 Feb 2020
Hi,
* The passing of worms in adults is as common as children worms. * There is nothing to panic for the same, but I would recommend
- proper hygiene care before and after using the restroom
- antiseptic hand cleaning before and after eating
- avoid anal itching ( if present )
- prescription of anthelminthic medicine as albendazole or mebendazole from your primary care.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
* The passing of worms in adults is as common as children worms. * There is nothing to panic for the same, but I would recommend
- proper hygiene care before and after using the restroom
- antiseptic hand cleaning before and after eating
- avoid anal itching ( if present )
- prescription of anthelminthic medicine as albendazole or mebendazole from your primary care.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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