Threadworm Flashcards
1
Q
What
A
Enterobius vermicularis
2
Q
How do children become infected with threadworms?
A
Swallowing eggs that are present in the environment.
3
Q
How does an infection with threadworms usually present?
A
Asymptomatically
4
Q
How can an infection with threadworms present?
A
perianal itching- esp at night
girls may have vulval symptoms
5
Q
How can an infection with threadworms be diagnosed?
A
Sellotape to the perianal area and sending it to the laboratory for microscopy to see the eggs
6
Q
What is the management of an infection with threadworms?
A
A single dose of mebendazole for children > 6 months old
