What is the treatment for threadworm?
There are a variety of treatments available which you can get from your local pharmacy without a prescription. You should get advice from your GP if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or for infants under three months. While using medication to treat threadworm you should follow strict personal hygiene measures to prevent re-infection. Drugs will kill the worms in the intestines but not the eggs laid outside the anus. Eggs can survive for up to three weeks outside the body, on underwear, bedding, in the dust, etc. When drug treatment is not wanted or not recommended, such as during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or in infants under three months, this method can be used to get rid of threadworms effectively. All family members should be treated simultaneously, even if they do not show any symptoms. For treatment to be successful, every member of the household should: • Wear close-fitting pants at night • As soon as they wake up each morning, have a bath or shower, washing especially around the
