Any ideas? I cant take the medication that would normally rid of it, and even the strictest personal hygiene doesnt seem to be working.

5 days ago

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NO! Threadworm can be removed by good personal hygine, co you are wrong cocoa dusted love. But heres some info, and I'll post a source site if you want more info.

Treatment for threadworms is aimed at getting rid of the parasites and preventing re-infestation. To successfully treat threadworm you can either follow strict hygiene methods (as outlined below), or see your doctor who can prescribe medication for you. However, when taking medication, you should also ensure strict hygiene methods as well.

Hygiene

Sensible hygiene measures can be used to clear up a threadworm infection, but also to reduce your chances of re-infestation. The life span of the threadworms is approximately six weeks so these hygiene methods should be followed for this period. These include:

keeping finger nails short,

discouraging nail biting or finger sucking – in particular, you should make sure that children do not suck their thumb,

frequently washing hands, and scrubbing under finger nails, particularly before eating and after visiting the toilet,

wearing close-fitting underwear at night, making sure to change them every morning,

wearing cotton gloves at night as this may help prevent scratching during sleep,

having a bath, or shower, and making sure that you clean around the anus and vagina each morning, to remove any eggs laid during the night,

making sure everyone has their own face flannel and towel avoid using communal (shared) towels,

not eating food in the bedroom, as eggs can be shaken off bedclothes and survive in dust, and

vacuuming regularly and thoroughly.

Medication

Medicines can also be used to remove threadworms. The most common medications used are:

Mebendazole – this kills the threadworms, usually with only one dose (100mg), and is the preferred treatment for anyone over two years of age. If re-infestation does occur, a repeated dose can be prescribed.

Piperazine paralyses the worms until they are pushed naturally out of the bowel. Piperazine can be used in children aged from three months to two years or age, but needs to be taken in two doses (2.5ml each), two weeks apart.

Mebendazole and piperazine do not kill the eggs produced by threadworms, so strict hygiene measures should still be followed for two weeks after treatment. All members of your family, or household, need to be treated at the same time, to avoid re-infestation, even if only one person displays symptoms. These medications should not be used in babies who are less than three months old.

If the infestation persists after using medication, see your doctor who is likely to recommend that you begin a second course of medication. The whole family should be included in this treatment, and additional hygiene measures should be practiced. These include:

washing sleepwear, bed linen, towels, and cuddly toys – this can be done at normal temperatures but make sure that the washing is well rinsed,

thoroughly vacuuming and dusting the whole house paying particular attention to the bedrooms,

carefully clean the bathroom by 'damp-dusting' surfaces, and washing the cloth frequently in hot water, and

keeping toothbrushes in a closed cupboard, rinsing them well before use.

Source(s):
http://www.wellsphere.com/wellguide.s?ar…

5 days ago

I need something that I can do that will help my canker sore. Please do not put a answer about any certain medicine please! Thank You sooo much! I need home remedies! Thanks and Please Help!

1 month ago

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Some home remedies for you:

Put a little alum directly on a sore. You can find alum in the spice section of your local supermarket.

Treat canker sores with hydrogen peroxide diluted with water. Swish around in the mouth two to three times a day, making sure none is swallowed, to kill the bacteria. Be careful not to overuse, or it will kill friendly bacteria as well. Because bacteria thrive in warm, moist environments, a canker sore will take about ten days to heal if left untreated.

Wash your mouth out with very strong, warm salt water three or four times a day can help take away canker sore pain and speed healing. The salt may sting, but it should clear up the sore in a couple of days.

Rinse your mouth out with aloe vera gel the way you would mouthwash, several times a day, until the condition clears up.

Swish some Mylanta around your mouth may speed healing of a canker sore. Don’t swallow unless you also have an upset stomach.

Drink a glass of milk can help your canker sore feel better. Swish a little milk or buttermilk around your mouth three or four times a day to reduce pain.

Place a pinch of baking soda on your sore to dry it up. You can also make a paste by adding a little water to one teaspoon baking soda. Place on the canker sore and keep reapplying when it dissolves. Baking soda helps fight bacteria, and brushing your teeth with baking soda may help prevent sores in the first place.

Brew yourself a nice cup of tea, and after you’ve enjoyed it, put the tea bag in your mouth on the canker sore. This should help heal the sore in a matter of days.

Recommendations

People often get canker sores after they’ve had some. Even a small cut presents an opportunity for bacterial infection. If you break the skin in your mouth, take some of the preventive measures outlined above. Also, use a toothbrush with soft bristles and change it often to avoid damaging the mouth’s delicate tissues.

If you routinely get canker sores, increase your intake of foods high in Vitamins B and C, or take daily supplements.

Sugar may be a culprit in causing canker sores. Reduce or eliminate it from your diet if you suffer from canker sores chronically.

Hope this helps!!

Source(s):
http://www.nature-medicine.info/2008/12/…

1 month ago

Just today I have been having some throat pain. However, it feels like the pain is only on one side of my throat, and I do not feel any other symptoms (no fever). When I brush my teeth, I tend to brush my tongue as well, and sometimes hit the back of my throat when I brush the back of my tongue. Do you think that it is possible I poked myself in the throat, and that is where the pain stems from? I've never heard of that happening, and I could be sick. Please let me know what you think.

1 month ago