Preventing reinfestation
Here is a handy checklist to help prevent reinfestation of Threadworms in your home:
- As Threadworms are highly contagious, ensure the WHOLE FAMILY has been treated with COMBANTRIN® - including Mum and Dad
- Threadworm eggs may be left on common household surfaces, so give your home a thorough clean. Vacuum carpets and wash floors, clothes and bedding with hot water, to kill any remaining eggs. Don't forget the favourite teddy or security blanket, and take care not to shake linen when removing bedclothes - you could be spreading infectious eggs into the air
- For several days after treatment, shower rather than have a bath to remove any remaining eggs from the anal region.
- Snug underpants fitted to children at night may make it harder to scratch, therefore reducing the risk of eggs transferring to fingers
- Wash hands thoroughly and encourage children to do the same, especially after going to the toilet
- Ensure fingernails are kept short and scrubbed clean
- Discourage children from sharing food and placing objects in their mouths.
Tell your friends!
Notify your friends and the school / kindy that you have treated for Threadworms. Informing others will help to break the cycle of Threadworm infestation. The Information for Schools section of this internet site contains information which your child's school can use to help control Threadworms. You can assist by encouraging parents to check kids for symptoms and ensure children who may show symptoms are treated.
