Question
What are the symptoms of having a pinworm inside the body?
Answer
The main symptoms of pinworm disease include anal itching, restless sleep, and gastrointestinal discomfort. In severe cases, symptoms may include restlessness, loss of appetite, pale complexion, and weight loss. At night, when a person is sound asleep, the pinworms may emerge from the anus, and they can be found in the feces. The primary treatment approach is to eliminate the worms to relieve itching.