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What Causes White Stringy Particles In Stool?
Question: I just had bowel movement with long white stringy looking ,worms?, in it. I am 9 months pregnant and have had trouble absorbing iron my whole preg. I have been taking 287 mg daily since month 6 and I am still testing defiant. Could I have worms causing this
Brief Answer:
Round worm infestation can cause iron deficiency
Detailed Answer:
Hi! Welcome to health care magic! Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. We will try to help you in best way possible.
First of all, it is sad to know what you had been experiencing lately. Based on the history you have shared, yes you figured it right that worm infestation can cause iron deficiency though pregnancy itself cause decrease iron state due to increased demand and other physiological mechanisms.
The description of worms favoring tape worm infestation which can cause iron deficiency as well as other complications so it's better to get it treated once clear evidence of worms is noticed or confirmed.
Praziquantel is the treatment option which is considered safe in pregnancy as any evidence of its harm isn't been reported yet and data is still lacking so may be used if clear evidence of infection is noticed. You can discuss further with your primary doctor and may need stool analysis and microscopy for ovum, larvae or worms and treatment options may be discussed with him.
Hope this has answered your query, Wishing you a speedy recovery. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask.
Regards
Round worm infestation can cause iron deficiency
Detailed Answer:
Hi! Welcome to health care magic! Thanks for sharing your concerns with us. We will try to help you in best way possible.
First of all, it is sad to know what you had been experiencing lately. Based on the history you have shared, yes you figured it right that worm infestation can cause iron deficiency though pregnancy itself cause decrease iron state due to increased demand and other physiological mechanisms.
The description of worms favoring tape worm infestation which can cause iron deficiency as well as other complications so it's better to get it treated once clear evidence of worms is noticed or confirmed.
Praziquantel is the treatment option which is considered safe in pregnancy as any evidence of its harm isn't been reported yet and data is still lacking so may be used if clear evidence of infection is noticed. You can discuss further with your primary doctor and may need stool analysis and microscopy for ovum, larvae or worms and treatment options may be discussed with him.
Hope this has answered your query, Wishing you a speedy recovery. If you have any more questions, feel free to ask.
Regards
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Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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