Have changed my name for this post as a little . I am fairly new to MN but have posted a bit to people so would appreciate some help.
I have threadworms (or am sure I have). Really itchy/wriggly bum Mon night so went to chemist on Tues and got Ovex pill for us all. DH says he doesn't have any symptoms and DD doesn't seem to have any either (she is still in nappies at 17 mo) but treated us all.
I have changed bedding and towels endlessly since Tues - vaccumed, disinfected, handwashed, undies in bed, the lot. Felt much better during the week but last night and today bum itchy again so think they are still around/back. Interestingly enough chemist said no need to change beds every day, only once on first does and then 7-10 days later but have done it more often for peace of mind!
I know I can retreat us all in 2 wks from original dose but how the hell do I get rid of these bloody things for good?
Should I be having itching again now? Does that mean the first dose has not worked or new eggs hatching etc? How long after the first dose should you start to feel better/clear?
Have just ordered some papaya herbal thing which is meant to help but DD can't have it.
Help please! I am at my wits end and feel too embarrased to discuss with anyone else. PS have read other threads on this too.
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Threadworms - getting rid for good?
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Wormie · 01/10/2006 18:36
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