pinkmac85

So my best friend is about 29 weeks pregnant and has TERRIBLE pinworms for anyone who knows that those are (YUCKY!! I remember having them as a kid GROSS!!) Are there any medications that are ok to use while pregnant? I just hope this doesnt happen to me! I know many women who have to go through it for their whole 9 months bc their doctors wont give them anything for it.
Eek!!

sammie18

Oh that sucks whatever a pinworm is. What is a pinworm? lol

sammie18

OHHHHH OK I google pinworm.... I used to have those when I was really young!!! I didnt know what they were called I just called them worms. I was like 8 or 9 when I got them, I told my mom and dad but they never did anything about it they told me to eat garlic befor I went to bed, I dont know if that would work or not. But I never got it checked out... I think they did go away though along time ago I never did feel them again. Makes me think though do you think they are still in me??!!!!! Somtimes I get an ichyness feeling down there but not alot or offten......I wish I ddnt read this thread cause now i think i still have those! Grr I wish my mom and dad took me to the doctor when I told them but they could care less.

pinkmac85

LOL sammie!!! Ya I used to get them as kids ALL the time!! There are plenty of over-the-counter meds you can take but NONE of them are safe for pregnant women! I just friggin hope I dont get them during my pregnancy!!

claire roach

What if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?
Pregnancy
If you are pregnant , during the first third of the pregnancy (first trimester) you should not take medicines which kill worms. However, hygiene measures alone may work. The worms die after about six weeks. Provided that you do not swallow any new eggs, then no new worms will grow to replace them. So, if you continue the hygiene measures described above for six weeks, this should break the cycle of 're-infection', and clear your gut of threadworms.

If treatment with medication is considered necessary in the second or third trimester of pregnancy, then you doctor may advise mebendazole. However, strictly speaking, mebendazole is not licenced to be used during pregnancy.

Breastfeeding
If you are breastfeeding, again, six weeks of hygiene measures alone is the preferred treatment. If treatment with medication is considered necessary then you doctor may advise mebendazole. However, strictly speaking, mebendazole is not licenced to be used for breastfeeding mothers.








Hygiene measures
Medication will kill the worms in the gut, but not the eggs that have been laid around the anus. These can survive for up to two weeks outside the body on underwear, bedding, in the dust, etc (as described above). So, hygiene measures aim to clear any eggs from the body and the home, and to prevent any eggs from being swallowed. This will then break the cycle of 're-infection'. After taking the first dose of medication for threadworms ...

Firstly, as a 'one off', aim to clear eggs from where they may be in your home. This means:
Wash sleepwear, bed linen, towels, and cuddly toys. This can be done at normal temperatures so long as the washing is well rinsed.
Thoroughly vacuum and 'damp-dust' the whole home. Throw out the cloth after use. Pay particular attention to the bedrooms including vacuuming mattresses, and where children play.
Thoroughly clean the bathroom by 'damp-dusting' surfaces, washing the cloth frequently in hot water. Throw out the cloth after use.
Then, every member of the household should do the following for two weeks:
Wear close-fitting underpants or knickers in bed, and change every morning. This is so that if you scratch in your sleep, you will not touch the skin near the anus. (Also, consider wearing cotton gloves at night as this may also help prevent night-time scratching with fingernails.)
Every morning have a bath, or wash around the anus, to get rid of any eggs laid overnight. You must do this straight away after getting up from bed.
Ideally, change and wash nightwear each day.
And general hygiene measures which you should always aim to do to prevent getting threadwoms again:
Wash hands and scrub under the nails first thing in the morning, after using the toilet or changing nappies, and before eating or preparing food.
Try not to bite your nails or suck fingers, and discourage children form doing so.
If possible, avoid sharing towels or flannels.
Keep toothbrushes in a closed cupboard. Rinse well before use.
However, it may not be your home which is a main source of threadworm eggs. Your children may come into contact with eggs in schools or nurseries, particularly in the toilets if they are not cleaned properly. This is why your child may have recurring threadworms, even if your home and personal hygiene is of a very high standard

your cousin could try asking the pharmacy...i usually ask them 4 remedies before i go 2 docs cuz im 2 lazy lol

Mervs Mum

The dreaded worms!! I remember getting these as a kid. My mum said it was from playing in dirt and not washing our hands when we went to the loo. I actually have a massive aversion to raspberries because of the medcine we were given - it was supposed to taste of raspberry and it make me puke!!! My DD had them when she was about 9 and I think that was a combination of not washing her hands and biting her nails.

What about asking the health food store if they know of anything??

x

sammie18

Haha