Perianal itching may be caused by a variety of reasons, such as pinworms, fungal infections, hemorrhoids, perianal eczema, etc. Patients should combine their specific symptoms and relevant test results to determine whether the symptoms are caused by pinworms. If the diagnosis is confirmed, targeted treatment is required. If itching around the anus is not determined to be caused by pinworms, it is recommended to consult a doctor for routine stool and blood tests, and to carry out deworming treatment according to the test results. Generally, pinworm infection can be found in the perianal area with white worms, and itching is more obvious at night.1. Specific symptoms: In addition to itching around the anus and perineum at night, patients with pinworm disease will also have symptoms such as restless sleep and easy awakening at night, accompanied by loss of appetite and abdominal pain. When the eggs infest other organs, it can lead to appendicitis, vulvitis and other diseases; 2. Related tests: You should consult a doctor to check the stool routine, blood routine, etc. You can also wipe around the anus with a cotton swab swab soaked in saline, or use transparent tape to stick the perianal area, and it is also possible to find eggs or adult worms on the underwear. If diagnosed, the patient needs to be treated with medication, such as oral albendazole and thiamphenicol, under the guidance of a professional doctor. Take care to wash the anus in the morning and evening, and soak intimate clothing in boiling water and dry it well after washing. Develop the habit of washing hands regularly, avoid sucking fingers and pay attention to personal hygiene.
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