Suggest Treatment For Symptoms Of Worm Infection

Posted on Sat, 13 Dec 2014

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Question : Hi,
My 19 months old son sometimes move his hand near to anus and cry slightly in night.

Does this because of some worm ? Is there any remedy for this ?

Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Likely to be worm infestation

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

Your son could indeed be suffering from worm infestation. It is frequently seen in children of this age as they tend to put anything in their mouth. So, periodic deworming with Albendazole (available in brands like Albenza, Zentel, Bandy etc.) (suspension: 200 mg/5 ml) 10 ml single dose at yearly intervals is suggested.

Please note that it is a prescription drug. So please get it prescribed by your pediatrician.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Ashwin Bhandari