All children are prone to catch worms, and it is important that parents do not consider this to be a slur on them or a reflection on the cleanliness of their home.

Threadworms

These are much the most commonly encountered type. They appear like small white threads and can be seen in the stool and around the anus. They cause a great deal of irritation and the principal symptom is scratching, which is particularly marked at night.

Treatment

This consists of giving one or two doses of the appropriate medicine ( such as Pripsen) ; this is usually sufficient to eradicate the condition. However, all members of a family should take the medicine to prevent reinfecting one another.

 COMMON SKIN CONDITION