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How can you detect if your child has roundworms or other parasites?

March 25, 2025

How can you detect if your child has roundworms or other parasites?

Abdominal pain is usually recurrent, daily, and diarrhea, weight loss and a voracious appetite may occur.
How can you detect if your child has roundworms or other parasites?

Anal itching is quite common, especially at night, and may cause pain or stinging. Girls may have persistent vaginal discharge or recurrent urinary infections. Some parasites can also cause vomiting or bruxism. Appropriate treatment should be prescribed by a pediatrician.

Consult our pediatric specialists.

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