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Suggest Treatment Of Intestinal Pin Worms In A Child
Yes my daughter has pin worms and has been having itching for the past week. 2 days ago I gave her over the counter meds for pin worms and it did not help. Today I brought her to her GP and he prescribed Albenza 400mg. Now how long does it usually take for this to work and her not feel any itching??
Wed, 17 Dec 2014
Hi,
It will take some time to eradicate pin worms from gastro-intestinal tract.
After passing of dead or live worms or ova and cyst there might not be having any itching.
So there will be itching sensation for few days more.
Keep his nails well cut and devoid of dust.
Repeat anti-worm course after ten to fifteen days to eradicate complete worms, ova and cysts.
Ok and take care.
It will take some time to eradicate pin worms from gastro-intestinal tract.
After passing of dead or live worms or ova and cyst there might not be having any itching.
So there will be itching sensation for few days more.
Keep his nails well cut and devoid of dust.
Repeat anti-worm course after ten to fifteen days to eradicate complete worms, ova and cysts.
Ok and take care.
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