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3. Presence of pinworms in anal area or stools

Adult pinworms are visible to the naked eye and you will see them around the anus. In the stools, they look like pieces of cotton thread. The eggs are not visible to the naked eye. Do a tape test first thing in the morning. Take a cellophane tape and press the sticky side against the skin surrounding the anus. Take it to your doctor and he or she will examine it under a microscope. If eggs exist, the doctor will prescribe a course of medication. This usually involves an initial dose, followed by another dose two to three weeks later. You will need to treat all the people in the household.

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