Pinworms in Infants: Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention

Pinworms can infect and live in your baby's intestines. They are tiny worms that resemble a quarter-inch piece of dental floss or thread. According to Baby Center, pinworms are a common disease, and the condition is not associated with a lack of cleanliness or poor hygiene. The worms are not even a major risk to your baby's health. Of course, it can be quite alarming to discover that your baby has pinworms, but the disease is easily treatable.

Things You'll Need

• Phone
• Healthcare provider
• Prescription, as needed
• Sunlight

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Instructions

Treatment

• 1

  Contact your healthcare provider for an appointment to confirm that your baby has pinworms.

• 2

  Fill the prescription from your healthcare provider for your baby and begin administering the medication as directed. The most common medications for pinworm infection are mebendazole or albendazole, but your healthcare provider may choose another. Keep in mind, however, that a mild case of pinworms may go away without any treatment.

• 3

  Wash all clothing and bedding for all family members in hot water to destroy the worms and eggs.

• 4

  Open curtains and blinds during the day, as pinworm eggs are sensitive to sunlight.