Question
Does a small white spot on a child’s face indicate the presence of worms?
Answer
Worm infection is a common intestinal parasitic disease in children. Since worm eggs can survive in soil for a relatively long time, if a child plays in the dirt or on the ground and comes into contact with worm eggs, and then puts their hands in their mouth or eats without washing their hands, they may ingest the eggs and become infected with worms. Moreover, if uncleaned fruits and vegetables are eaten raw, and they are contaminated with worm eggs, this can also lead to illness in the child. The lifespan of worms is 1 to 2 years. As long as the child maintains good personal hygiene, stops eating unclean foods, avoids putting their hands in their mouth, and washes their hands before meals and after using the toilet, the worms can naturally be expelled from the body within one year, leading to recovery. Of course, medication can also be administered to treat the child.