Diagnosis and treatment In most cases, roundworms can be easily treated by taking a medication that kills the worms in about three days. Medications called albendazole and pyrantel are commonly used in the U.S. In rare cases, surgery may be needed to relieve a severe intestinal obstruction caused by roundworms.
What can I give my child to get rid of worms?
You can buy medicine (mebendazole) for threadworms from pharmacies. This is usually a chewable tablet or liquid you swallow. Treat everyone in your household, even if they do not have symptoms. Tell the pharmacist if you need to treat a child under 2, or if you're pregnant or breastfeeding.
How do roundworms affect children?
Key points about roundworm infection in children The eggs can get into the body through the mouth. The infection can then spread from person to person via infected feces. Symptoms may include worms in a bowel movement or coming from the nose or mouth, vomiting, and stomach pain.
How are worms treated in children?
If you or your child has threadworms, everyone in your household will need to be treated as there's a high risk of the infection spreading. This includes those who don't have any symptoms of an infection. For most people, treatment will involve taking a single dose of a medication called mebendazole to kill the worms.
How do you get rid of worms in kids at home?
Shower daily in the morning to remove pinworm eggs that may have been deposited overnight. Change your underwear and clothing daily. Use hot water in the washing machine and hot air in the dryer when laundering bedding, clothing, and towels that may contain pinworm eggs.
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