Patient's question:
Doctor, hello! What are the symptoms of worms in a child's stomach? Currently, my son only grinds his teeth at night, suffers from constipation, night sweats, and sometimes grinds his teeth while sleeping. He doesn't like to eat, is picky about food, and is very thin. Are these symptoms due to worms? Additionally, which department should I go to at the hospital for examination? What tests will be conducted?Doctor's answer:
Children with worms often experience abdominal pain, which manifests in the following aspects: First, they frequently complain of stomach pain, mostly around the umbilical area, and enjoy rubbing it. Second, children are easily startled during sleep at night, grind their teeth, and drool. Third, pale, round or oval patches appear on the face, neck, and skin, covered with fine greyish-white scales, commonly known as worm patches. Children may have poor appetite, with some exhibiting picky eating or anorexia, while others may develop unusual food preferences, such as paper or cloth.