Pinworms

[2cuteboys]

I should also note that I haven't noticed scratching or rooting around in his pants at all, so I'm not super concerned about the kids getting them from toys and stuff, (though I'm going to thoroughly clean them) mainly the toilet, as they're all pretty handsy on there to balance themselves. And 2 of my dcks put their hands in their mouth a lot.
...and it just clicked that my 16 month old is teething, so he's been a mouther lately too.

Can you tell I'm a bit squeamish?

[cfred]

Plech....ewwww.....

Yes, I have experience with this. One of my dcks had it years ago. Not to worry. If he's in a diaper/pull up, it's likely just fine. If he's using the potty, yes, disinfect that after he uses it, as well as the taps in the bathroom. The eggs get onto the fingers, then transfer to what they touch (usually the toilet handle, sink faucet), then another child touches it, puts fingers in mouth...voila...pinw orms. It works that way for a few intestinal unfriendlies. After a good wash, all should be well. You're not likely to be seeing any itching or rooting during the day as the pinworms are more active at night. If he's being treated, I really wouldn't sweat it. It's a pretty common childhood thing apparently. Just keep doing what you're doing and it should be fine. No, you do not need to start a treatment on your family. I can't imagine what a doctor would tell you to do that you aren't already doing or offer in the way of a prescription.

Relax.....it's gross, but not a big deal