Pinworm Infections
Pinworms are the most common parasitic infection in the United States. School-aged children have the highest rates for infection. Then it is usually passed on to the other members of the family. This small, white intestinal worm resides in the rectum and the female lays eggs in the surrounding skin. Eggs can also be laid on clothing or bedding and can survive up to two weeks! The infection is passed if these miniscule eggs are touched and inadvertently ingested (by touching hands to mouth). An infected individual may have anal itching and disturbed sleep because of the itching. A doctor should be consulted as to diagnosis and treatment. Keeping yourself clean is the best way to prevent any type of intestinal worm infection. Try reading some colon cleanse reviews and find a product that works to eliminate these harmful organisms.
