Deworming
How will you deworm a child ? In pediatrics warm manifestation is common complaint. Intestinal worms are generally found in children who are exposed more to the contaminated environment & has direct contact with dirty soil or water. Soil transmitted helminth disease(STH ) ,Involve roundworm , hookworm Or whipworm manifestation causes : Internal bleeding leads anemia Intestinal inflammation & obstruction Impaired of nutrient intake Source of worms Dirty hands / inadequate hand washing Toys Junk food Playing barefoot Symptoms of worm manifestation Eating frequently Abdominal pain Weight loss Vomiting & nausea Bloating or gas Painful urination Diarrhea Anemia Rashes or itching Trouble in sleeping Management / Deworming (under the WHO guidelines ) Preventive chemotherapy It is annual or biannual administration of single dose 400 mg Alendazole suspension...