White worms in the feces are usually roundworms or pinworms. Roundworms are long, thin worms that can be up to 12 inches long. Pinworms are small, white worms that are about 1/2 inch long. Both types of worms are parasites, which means that they live off of other organisms.
How do you treat white worms in the feces?
The treatment for white worms in the feces depends on the type of worm that is causing the infection.
* Roundworms are treated with medication called albendazole or mebendazole. These medications are taken orally and work by paralyzing the worms so that they can be passed out of the body in the feces.
* Pinworms are treated with medication called pyrantel pamoate. This medication is also taken orally and works by killing the worms and their eggs.
Here are some tips to help prevent getting white worms in the feces:
* Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after using the bathroom and before eating.
* Keep your fingernails short and clean.
* Avoid contact with soil that may be contaminated with roundworm or pinworm eggs.
* Wear shoes when walking in areas where there may be contaminated soil.
* Clean your toilet and bathroom regularly with bleach or another disinfectant.
If you think you may have white worms in the feces, see your doctor right away so that you can be properly diagnosed and treated.