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Worms in stool of 9 month old

2025-09-17 04:34:09
Hi Doctor, I noticed a small white worm in my 9 month old daughter stool.  Is it common for a 9 month old to get worms and safe to deworm.  Kindly advise. I also have a elder kid who is 6 year old and does deworming every 6 months.
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Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2025-09-18 05:55:18

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worm in 9 months old child is not normal Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided. contact me on practo or WhatsApp chat Contact number : 97012307 two nine Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology

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It's not that common in an infant less than 9 months . May require treatment after evaluation. I need to ask few more questions before answering your query Kindly contact me on Practo or whatsapp chat (84960595sixfive)  Dr Faisal Zoheb  MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), Neonatology fellow ( Newborn specialist )

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