Symptoms
Abdominal pain, itching around the anus (especially at night), poor appetite, sometimes visible worms in stool.
Cause
Ingesting contaminated food/water or soil containing worm eggs, common with poor sanitation or barefoot walking.
Prevention
Wash hands before eating, wear footwear outdoors, drink safe water, deworm periodically as advised.
Treatment
Deworming medication as prescribed, improved hygiene practices, regular handwashing, properly washed food. Commonly used medicines: albendazole, mebendazole.
See a doctor if
Symptoms persist after deworming treatment, or a child shows poor growth alongside these symptoms.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the early symptoms of Worm Infestation?
Abdominal pain, itching around the anus (especially at night), poor appetite, sometimes visible worms in stool.
What causes Worm Infestation?
Ingesting contaminated food/water or soil containing worm eggs, common with poor sanitation or barefoot walking.
How can Worm Infestation be prevented?
Wash hands before eating, wear footwear outdoors, drink safe water, deworm periodically as advised.
What is the treatment for Worm Infestation?
Deworming medication as prescribed, improved hygiene practices, regular handwashing, properly washed food. Commonly used medicines: albendazole, mebendazole.
When should I see a doctor for Worm Infestation?
Symptoms persist after deworming treatment, or a child shows poor growth alongside these symptoms.
Reviewed by the Swasthya Suchi pharmacy team for general accuracy · Last updated: 2026-08-10