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Does Thread Worm Infestation Have Any Effect On Early Pregnancy?
Question: Hi I recently found out that I am pregnant (5 weeks) but also that our house has fallen victim to threadworms. Could my pregnancy be at risk because of the worms I have?
Brief Answer:
No there is no risk of your pregnancy.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Thanks for trusting hcm about your health care.
I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.
Threadworm infestation is not very serious infection during pregnancy and usuanot affect foetus.
Maintain hygiene before going for mebendazole because in pregnant women we avoid mebendazole initially but symptoms persist than only given.
Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information.
Good luck.
Regards
No there is no risk of your pregnancy.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
Thanks for trusting hcm about your health care.
I have gone through your history and understand your concerns.
Threadworm infestation is not very serious infection during pregnancy and usuanot affect foetus.
Maintain hygiene before going for mebendazole because in pregnant women we avoid mebendazole initially but symptoms persist than only given.
Hope found useful, feel free to ask more information.
Good luck.
Regards
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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