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Pinworms are what type of animal?
Pinworms belong to the Nematode group of worms.
Is it bad if you have pinworms?
Pinworms invade the intestinal tract of the species which they inhabit. Pinworms are serious and can cause organ damage.
Is it possible to not notice pinworms?
It is possible for you to not notice your pinworms until they get very bad. Usually when you find your pinworms, the disease is coming to an end. The pinworms usually last for under 3 weeks WITH TREATMENT. I would recommend treating your pinworms, if not they last much longer.
Can dogs spread pinworms?
The myth of dogs catching pinworms hence is incorrect. Generally dogs get infected with tapeworms which are mistaken for pinworms.
What causes pin worm?
Pinworms are caused by ingesting the eggs of pinworms.
What is the difference between parasites and pinworms?
Pinworms are a type of parasite that specifically infect the intestines. Parasites, on the other hand, is a broader term that refers to organisms that live on or inside another organism (host) to obtain nutrients. Pinworms are a type of parasite, but not all parasites are pinworms.
What are some of the symptoms that one might have pinworms?
The symptoms of pinworms include an itchy or scratchy rectal area. Generally, this can be worse at night when the worms deposit their eggs. Pinworms can be quite a common thing.
Can little girls get pinworms and can they get hurt from them?
Yes, pinworms can affect any age. The pinworms make the skin itch and break open. A doctor needs to see the area and prescribe medication to get rid of the worms.
Who or what can get pin worms?
Anyone can get pinworms, but they are most common in children. Pinworms are parasites that live in the digestive tract of humans. The spread of pinworms can be prevented by diligent hand washing, especially after using the bathroom and before eating.
If it's not pinworms what is it?
It could be tape worms that could die or most probably threadworms that are just another name for pinworms.
What do pinworm eat?
Pinworms eat nutrients in the anus and rectum
Can people get pinworms from cat litter?
I think only if the cat already has pinworms. But I would ask my vet just to be sure,
