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Revision as of 17:40, 18 September 2017
Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Furqan M M. M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
Effective measures for the primary prevention of enterobiasis include treating family members, frequent handwashing, improving personal and household hygienic condition.
Primary Prevention
To control the disease spread:[1][2]
- Prophylactically treating all family members
- Keep fingernails short and clean.
- Wash all bed linens and clothes from infected person.
- Wash hands before meals and after using the toilet.
- Clean bathrooms using a damp cloth moistened with bleach or antimicrobial agent.
- Frequently changing and washing underclothings, night clothes, towels, and bedding.
- Keep the food covered to avoid contamination from eggs in the dust.