Threadworms (pinworms) are tiny worms in your poo. They're common in children and spread easily. You can treat them without seeing a GP.
Is it normal for worms to be in your poop?
Worms in your gut eventually pass through your digestive system and are excreted in your feces. Even if you don't have any symptoms, you may find signs of worms in your stool. Worms in human poop can take a number of appearances.
Why does my poop look like it has worms in it?
Sometimes the worms are visible in the anal area, underwear, or in the toilet. In stools, the worms look like small pieces of white cotton thread. Because of their size and white color, pinworms are difficult to see. The male worm is rarely seen because it remains inside the intestine.
Do pinworms go away on their own?
Strict hygiene measures can clear up pinworm infection without medication, and reduce the risk of reinfection. The worm has a lifespan of about six weeks, therefore the strict hygiene needs to last that long.
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