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What do worms that kids get look like?

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They look like pieces of white thread. You might also see them around your child's bottom (anus). The worms usually come out at night while your child is sleeping.


What does it look like if your child has worms?

They look like tiny pieces of white thread and are really small — about as long as a staple. You might also see them on your child's underwear in the morning. Belly pain and nausea are less common symptoms but can happen if there are many pinworms in the intestines.

How do you check a child for worms?

Pinworm Checks: Check your child for pinworms.1Examine the area around the anus, using a flashlight.2Look for a ¼-inch (6 mm), white, threadlike worm that moves.3Do this a few hours after your child goes to bed. Check him 2 nights in a row. Also, check him first thing in the morning for 2 days.Pinworms - Seattle Children's

How do worms start in children?

Children can get threadworms when they accidentally get worm eggs on their hands and swallow them. This might happen if they put their hands in their mouths or bite their nails after coming into contact with people with worms or with worm-infected dust, toys or bed linen.

What do worms in poop look like?

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. It is best to search for pinworms at night, when the female comes out to lay her eggs.

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