Pinworm Infection
It is worth considering an evaluation when persistent itching appears around the anus, especially at night in children: that is the most typical sign of pinworm infection. These are small, thin intestinal parasites, very common and easily spread in family and school settings.
How it shows up: anal itching that intensifies at night, restless sleep, and at times irritability; in many cases the discomfort is mild.
How it spreads: mainly through contact with contaminated surfaces or objects and by putting the hands to the mouth, which is why frequent handwashing helps prevent it.
Which specialist treats it? A pediatrician evaluates children and an infectious disease specialist helps in selected cases; a general practitioner can guide the initial visit. If it is suspected, it is advisable to seek an evaluation.
Data on 29 doctors who treat pinworm infection
Specialties that treat pinworm infection
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in pinworm infection
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Miguel Angel Escobedo Robledo
Dr. Jose Antonio Zamora Lomelí
Dr. Carlos Manuel Diaz Contreras Piedras
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. José Alvaro Burgos Zuleta
Dr. Lorenzo Rish Fein
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dra. Silvia Cuevas Ocampo
Dr. Velazquez Moises Gomez
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Frequently asked questions
What is pinworm infection?
It is worth considering an evaluation when persistent itching appears around the anus, especially at night in children: that is the most typical sign of pinworm infection. These are small, thin intestinal parasites, very common and easily spread in family and school settings.
Which doctor treats pinworm infection?
Pinworm Infection is usually treated by specialists in general surgeon, infectious disease specialist, pediatric infectious disease specialist, general practitioner, pediatric nephrologist, pediatrician.