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Pinworm Infection

Prevention

Some of the ways that you and your children can prevent becoming infected or reinfected with pinworms include

  • Bathing after waking up
  • Washing night clothes and bed sheets frequently
  • Washing your hands routinely, particularly after using the bathroom or changing diapers
  • Changing underwear every day
  • Avoiding nail biting and scratching the anal area
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Understanding Parasitic Roundworm Diseases