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How long can you have pinworms without knowing?

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Created: 2022-05-27 01:09:11

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Although not all infected people will have symptoms, many will experience itching around the rectum. Some females may also experience itching in the genital area. How soon do symptoms appear? Symptoms usually are noticed one to two months after infection.


Can you have worms for years without knowing?

Some people may have intestinal worms for years without experiencing any symptoms.

Can you have pinworms and not know it?

Most people infected with pinworms have no symptoms, but some people experience anal itching and restless sleep.

How long do pinworms last if left untreated?

How long does pinworms last? The life cycle of a pinworm is 4 to 6 weeks. Without treatment, infestation will continue as long as fresh eggs are being swallowed, unless a person develops immunity to pinworms, which is unusual before age 15.

Can pinworms last for years?

Sometimes, eggs on the anus can hatch and the pinworm larvae can reinfect the intestine that they came from. This can cause an infection to continue indefinitely if it's not treated.

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