{"id":3805,"date":"2019-12-04T07:38:10","date_gmt":"2019-12-04T07:38:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/veryhealthy.life\/?p=3805"},"modified":"2021-08-12T06:07:52","modified_gmt":"2021-08-12T06:07:52","slug":"14-signs-that-you-have-pinworms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/veryhealthy.life\/14-signs-that-you-have-pinworms\/","title":{"rendered":"14 Signs That You Have Pinworms"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Pinworms are one of the most common types of parasitic infections that you can develop, and statistics estimate that at least 12 to 14% of children will develop a pinworm infection during their lifetime \u2013 and about just as many adults.
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The first signs of a pinworm infection start to appear four to six weeks after one has come into contact with the eggs of the parasite, usually by swallowing them or something that has been contaminated with them, and from there the symptoms can get gradually worse if the infection remains untreated and is allowed to thrive within the body. 
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It’s commonly seen in children, but it’s also commonly seen in parents and carers who work in close proximity with children who have contracted a pinworm infection. 
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A pinworm infection can be treated with a simple course of the correct medication once it has been diagnosed. 
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Here are 14 signs that you have pinworms.
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1. An Affected Immune System<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When your immune system<\/a> isn’t functioning the way that it should, you’ll notice that you\u2019re getting sick more often than you should \u2013 and you’re staying sick for longer than you\u2019re used to. One of the first recommendations for being in better health is doing what you can to take care of your immune system, but there’s a big enough health issue, these things might not work.
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There are many different things that can affect your immune system in this way, and the list of things is more diverse than could be listed in a few paragraphs or articles, but as a general rule, anything that clashes with your body or health can knock your immune system down.
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Of course, any type of viral, bacterial or parasitic infection can trigger an affected immune system, especially if you’ve been struggling with the condition for a while without having received the right treatment.
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2. Changes in Sleeping Pattern<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pinworms tend to be more active at some times than others, and the discomfort that’s associated with a pinworm infection can often be much worse during the night. While that stands as a symptom on its own, the associated insomnia <\/a>or changes in sleeping pattern can also be one of the common symptoms one can associate with pinworm infection.\u00a0
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If you start to feel discomfort at night that keeps you awake, it could be pinworms where the symptom can be combined with chronic itching and general discomfort.
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Also, watch for chronic restlessness in children who might not be able to express the discomfort they’re feeling. Any changes in the sleeping pattern together with what looks like severe discomfort could be combined symptoms of pinworm.
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Children and the elderly aren’t always able to say their symptoms out loud; any appearance of discomfort in either of these warrants a medical investigation into why. 
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3. An Increase in Symptoms at Night<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A lot of parasitic infections <\/a>tend to become more active at night during the day. Nighttime is when parasites prefer to reproduce and move around, and for the person, their part of this can lead to a very uncomfortable series of nights and a clear increase in their symptoms during these times.\u00a0
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The same is true for many household parasitic infections, but it’s also true for most parasites that can be found intruding in the body. 
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If you have pinworms, the discomfort and itching almost always get worse at night. Additional symptoms that aren’t there during daylight hours might also become more prevalent during these times. 
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Again, keep a close eye on children or the elderly if you suspect that they might have a parasitic infection, especially because most of them are unable to voice their symptoms in the same ways as everyone around them. General discomfort increasing at night may be the only symptom a carer has to go by.
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4. Fever and Sweating<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The immune system can respond to viruses, bacteria<\/a>, and infection in several different ways: One of the most common ways in which the body does is by creating a fever \u2013 and this is an attempt to rid the body of the parasite or toxin by creating an environment in which it’s less likely to survive.\u00a0
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Even though fevers might serve a practical purpose for the body, they should still be brought under control as soon as possible. First try paracetamol to control the symptoms of a fever, although if this doesn’t work, seek immediate medical attention regardless of the additional symptoms that you may or may not experience at the same time. 
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Any fever that’s left for too long can be fatal no matter what the cause of it might be. 
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If you experience any additional symptoms on this list that might signal a pinworm infection, speak to your doctor about treatment options.
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5. Constant Discomfort<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the most common symptoms associated with a pinworm infection that almost everyone who has it will experience is the feeling of constant discomfort, usually centered around the anus. This severely uncomfortable feeling can start to show up within a few weeks of swallowing pinworm eggs, usually four to six weeks after, and from there it can persist until the infection <\/a>has been properly treated.
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The discomfort can tend to get worse during nighttime when the parasites are at their most active, and this can be another additional sign that you’re dealing with some kind of parasitic infection in the body.
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Constant discomfort means see your doctor immediately: When it’s because of pinworms, you’re likely to experience other symptoms like itching or a rash along with the discomfort of the condition.
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Remember to double-check for this symptom in children and older people who aren’t able to speak about their symptoms in the same way you are: What appears to be general fussiness can sometimes point to deeper symptoms. 
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6. Accompanying Anal Itching<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It’s true that a lot of people experience their symptoms differently, and a lot of people are going to experience the symptoms <\/a>of a pinworm infection in different ways: But there are a few symptoms that are general and likely to appear in almost everyone with a pinworm infection apart from a select few people.\u00a0
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Itching is one of the most common signs of a pinworm infection and might be the one that almost everyone will experience. If you have an itch that won’t go away no matter what you do, see your doctor. Sometimes it could be due to a few other factors, but these are easy to treat (as is pinworm) once your doctor has been able to figure out what’s causing your health issues first. 
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Again, while this symptom is easy to spot in adults who can say what’s wrong, it might be a harder one to spot in children and you might have to look for other symptoms (such as a rash) at the same time to establish what the source of the discomfort could be: See a doctor ASAP.
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7. A Rash Surrounding the Anus<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The thing around the anus that’s generally associated with a pinworm infection can also be associated with a few other accompanying symptoms <\/a>including a rash surrounding the anus or spreading outwards towards the legs and thighs.\u00a0
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If you develop a sudden rash without showing any other symptoms, there are a thousand potential things that could cause it. Change a few factors in your life to find out if that could be the cause of the rash (sometimes washing powders, waters and underwear can be the cause, and the moment it’s changed, the symptom goes away). 
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If the rash continues after you’ve changed several different factors, it’s time to see your doctor and look for any other symptoms of a pinworm or other parasitic infection.
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There are other parasites that can also trigger the same with some variation on symptoms, but the only way to really tell is by seeing your doctor.
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8. General Skin Irritation<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A rash isn’t the only sign that you should look for when you suspect that you might have an underlying pinworm infection that needs to be taken care of. General skin irritation or repeated skin <\/a>infections could also be one of the signs that there’s a bigger problem with your health that needs to be addressed.\u00a0
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Skin irritation can frequently happen due to other health factors: If you suspect that it’s one of these factors such as your diet or clothing and fabric, change these things before seeing your doctor in order to see if it’s able to make any difference to your symptoms. 
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If your symptoms stay the same or get any worse from there (or you can combine any of the other symptoms on this list with it) you should see your doctor as soon as possible in order to have the proper tests done. Treatment usually takes care of the problem from there.
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9. Increases in Itching at Certain Times<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pinworms and other parasites that operate in the same ways tend to be far more active during the evenings. This means that the associated itching and some of the other symptoms might increase during certain times, and you might also notice that there are more symptoms during these stretches of time than during the day. 
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Itching associated with pinworms is one of the first symptoms that tends to spike at night, and it can be one of the first symptoms that tells you that you might have a pinworm infection raging in your body right now. 
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Stomach <\/a>upsets are also common and might be more prevalent as the itching and other symptoms increase. See your doctor the morning after if you experience a bad night due to itching or other symptoms.
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Watch for increases in discomfort in children and the elderly: It might be much more than just simple fussiness. 
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10. Pinworms in Stool<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pain and discomfort aren’t the only symptoms that you’re likely to experience if you have contracted a pinworm infection. As the infection progresses, the pinworms become more in the body and intestines \u2013 and eventually, they have less space in the body to go. 
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This means that in most cases of a pinworm infection, the pinworms will start to eject themselves through the body \u2013 most commonly out of the anus. Start checking your stool if you suspect that you might have contracted a pinworm infection whether or not you experience any other associated symptoms<\/a> of the condition.\u00a0
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If you have a pinworm infection, they could start to show up in your stool about four to six weeks after you’ve ingested the eggs \u2013 and from there, your symptoms can only get worse if the condition remains untreated. 
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Remember to check everyone else in the household at the same time: It’s likely that more than one person in the house has the same parasite. 
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11. Stomach Pain or Discomfort<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Stomach <\/a>pain happens to everyone at least a few times per year and usually because of a variety for different reasons. It’s the kind of thing that you’d expect to happen after a large meal like Christmas or thanksgiving, but it’s not the kind of thing you should ever come to expect as a chronic symptom that keeps happening.\u00a0
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If you experience any kind of chronic stomach pain or discomfort, you should see your doctor immediately. There’s always a chance that the chronic stomach pain or discomfort could signal serious health issues \u2013 and in most cases, these serious issues are better treated sooner.
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Long-Term pinworm infection can cause a range of stomach pain and discomfort together with other digestive issues: If left untreated, stomach pain or discomfort could fast turn into something else.
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Sometimes stomach pain can be due to other digestive conditions or things like food poisoning, but it’s always safer to be completely sure.
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12. Appetite Changes<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pinworms can affect your health in many different ways, and one of these ways is havoc throughout your entire digestive system. One of the signs that you have a pinworm infection can be repetitive stomach trouble, but you might also experience a range of other symptoms <\/a>that extend far outside of this.\u00a0
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Appetite changes are one of the first signs that you should look for when it comes to diagnosing digestive issues. Drastic changes in appetite aren’t always going to be a symptom of something as drastic as a pinworm infection, but it can be when you are able to combine it with any other symptoms on this list.
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Take note of any health changes you experience and note these to your doctor regardless of any other symptoms. If it’s not caused by pinworm, it can still prove to be a serious health issue.
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13. A Spreading Itch<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you experience any kind of itch in the inner thighs or legs, it could be that the real source of the itch isn’t coming from where you think. Take a look at the rest of your body to notice if you see the symptom anywhere else \u2013 and if it’s localized to a certain area, think if there could be anything else causing this symptom other than what you might imagine. 
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Sometimes it’s because of a contact allergy or an allergy<\/a> to your washing powder, although other times it could be because of something more serious such as a virulent tapeworm or pinworm infection that you will need to have diagnosed and treated.
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Never think that an itch is something that will \u201cjust go away\u201d since this isn’t the case if there’s an underlying cause. 
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14. Other Related Issues<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Other than the health issues, conditions and symptoms that have been mentioned in this article so far, there are a few other related issues that you could experience as a result of pinworm infection<\/a>. Some of these issues include regular dietary upsets, heartburn and the presence of the same issues elsewhere in the household (or sometimes even workplace) in any other people who might have been exposed at the same time as you were.\u00a0
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Take note of all the symptoms you experience and the order in which you experience them before making an appointment with your doctor. If you live in the same house with several people, make sure that nobody else has a pinworm infection at the same time or you take the risk of constant reinfection or re-exposure to the eggs.
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