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Child Health Topics

Search by category (lower right) or topic (search box on the top) to find information about common childhood illnesses, injuries and safety issues. Remember, if you have an urgent issue, please call our office: (925) 254-9203, option 6

Other excellent resources:

www.healthychildren.org - American Academy of Pediatrics website for parents
First 5 California - parenting advice for children ages 0-5 plus county based resources
Poison Control - (800) 222-1222

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Pinworms

12/17/2013

 
Pinworms are a common infestation of childhood. They cause intense itching in the anal area, especially at night. If your child is having difficulty sleeping because of an itchy bottom, test for pinworms. At night, stick clear tape on the anus and remove it. If you see small white objects on the tape, your child has pinworms.

In the past, treatment required a prescription. Now treatment can be found over the counter with brand names such as PinX. We recommend treating all household members as the worms can spread easily. You may want to consider disinfecting your toilet and washing sheets in hot water. Do not allow children to bathe together when at least one child is infected with pinworms.

For more information on pinworms, see Healthychildren.org


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    Remember, this page has general advice. If you have questions please call our nurses at (925) 254-9203 & choose option 6.

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