Free Book Excerpt from "The V Book: A Doctor's Guide to Complete Vulvovaginal Health"

Pinworms

The microscopic pinworm can lead to itching around the vagina, although it's mainly a cause of anal itching. In order to diagnose, a clinician would have to suspect it was present: Maybe another family member has the problem. Pinworms are diagnosed by finding them under the microscope on a piece of Scotch tape that has been plastered against the perineum or anus; the pinworms' eggs are easily visible. The problem is treated with drugs active against worms.