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[|Human|] Hello Doctor, Im 30 M. I think Im suffering from pinworms. I have taken Zentel, two of them (each 400mg). The first tablet was swallowed with water, was not useful, so the next night I chewed the tablet. Although this has worked in the past, I dont think this is working this time around. Please help ...
[|AI|]  Thanks for contacting ChatDoctorYou are concerned about possible infection with pin worms. From your discussion it appears you have had them before and treated yourself with Zen tel. Now you have a possible reinfection and that is not uncommon since there is someone in your life that maybe a carrier. It is real important to wash your hands frequently to prevent transmission. I would recommend that you be sure you have pin worms before you retreat. Rectal itching could be caused from other things like hemorrhoids, rectal fissures or parotitis. I recommend you get tested for pin worms before you treat yourself again. It is not a good idea to use medications without really knowing what you have. Side effects from medications could possibly be dangerous. Hope this answers your question. Please contact us again for any of your medical questions.