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Treatment includes medications that paralyze or kill intestinal parasitic worms, such as albendazole or mebendazole. If there is a blockage of the intestine caused by a large number of worms, endoscopy or, rarely, surgery may be needed. [read article]
Tests for Roundworm Infection
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Stool Examination
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Stool ova and parasites exam is a laboratory test to determine if a stool sample contains parasites or eggs (ova) that are associated with intestinal infections. More
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical ex... More
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The blood differential test measures the percentage of each type of white blood cell (WBC) that you have in your blood. It also reveals if there are any abnormal or... More
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A complete blood count (CBC) test measures the following: The number of red blood cells (RBCs; The number of white blood cells (WBCs; The total amount of hemog... More
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Surgical Procedures for Roundworm Infection
Prescribed Medications for Roundworm Infection
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PYRANTEL (pi RAN tel) is an antiparasitic. It is used to treat infections of pinworms or other parasites. More
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IVERMECTIN (eye ver MEK tin) is an anti-infective. It is used to treat infections of some parasites. More
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MEBENDAZOLE (me BEN da zole) is an anthelmintic. It will kill some kinds of parasites. This medicine is used to treat infections of roundworms, hookworms, pinworms,... More
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Over the Counter Medications for Roundworm Infection
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PYRANTEL (pi RAN tel) is an antiparasitic. It is used to treat infections of pinworms or other parasites. More
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This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the care and information received from your healthcare provider. Please consult a healthcare professional with any health concerns you may have.
