Threadworms treatment

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How it works

Consult with our health coaches who will learn about your symptoms, habits, and goals.

Take personalized home health tests to discover potential root causes of any symptoms or conditions you may have.

Review your results in just days with our functional medicine doctors, nurses, and dietitians who will help you achieve optimal health.

Learn about Threadworms

Threadworms, also known as pinworms, are tiny, thread-like parasites that primarily infect the human intestines, especially prevalent in children. Despite their small size, threadworms can cause discomfort and health issues if not addressed properly. They are known for being highly contagious through contact with eggs present on contaminated surfaces or ingested through the mouth. The prevalence of threadworm infections is significant worldwide, affecting millions of people, particularly in areas with high population density and inadequate sanitation.

Causes

Threadworm infections are caused by ingesting the microscopic eggs of the Enterobius vermicularis worm. These eggs can be found on contaminated surfaces, including bed linens, towels, clothes, toys, kitchen utensils, and even dust particles. The eggs then hatch in the intestine and mature into adult worms. The female worms migrate to the anal area to lay eggs, leading to the spread of infection within households and communities, primarily due to their small, almost invisible size.

Signs and symptoms

- Itching around the anus, especially at night - Restlessness and difficulty sleeping due to discomfort - Mild abdominal pain or discomfort - Irritability and mood changes - Occasional nausea

Diagnosing Threadworms

Diagnosing threadworms usually involves the identification of eggs or adult worms. The "tape test" is commonly used, where a piece of clear tape is pressed against the skin around the anus in the morning, before bathing or using the toilet, to collect eggs. The tape is then viewed under a microscope to identify the presence of threadworm eggs. In some cases, adult worms can be seen around the anus or in the stool.

Prevention and natural treatment

Prevention of threadworm infections involves maintaining good hygiene practices. Regular handwashing, especially after using the toilet and before meals, is crucial. Keeping fingernails short and avoiding scratching the anal area can also prevent the spread of eggs. In terms of treatment, natural and functional medicine offers several avenues: - Probiotics: Replenishing the gut flora with beneficial bacteria can help create an unfavorable environment for threadworms to thrive. - Garlic: Known for its antiparasitic properties, consuming raw garlic or taking garlic supplements may help eliminate threadworms. - Carrot and Coconut: Eating a small bowl of grated carrots every morning on an empty stomach or consuming a tablespoon of coconut oil daily can help expel worms due to their vermifuge (worm-expelling) properties. - Hygiene: Extensive cleaning practices, including washing all bed linens, towels, and clothing in hot water and thoroughly cleaning all surfaces, can help remove eggs and prevent re-infection. Natural treatments focus on creating an internal and external environment that is inhospitable to threadworms, thereby eradicating the infestation and preventing future occurrences.

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