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A. Pinworms do not usually cause any symptoms beyond minor itching around the anus. Many people with pinworm infections have no symptoms and may never be aware of the infection. The infection can go away without treatment. The most common symptoms of pinworm infection in children include: 1  Itching around the anus.2  For most children this symptom is mild. 3  Only in rare cases do children have very severe itching. 4  Restless sleep (itching is often worse at night).he infection can go away without treatment. The most common symptoms of pinworm infection in children include: 1  Itching around the anus. 2  For most children this symptom is mild. 3  Only in rare cases do children have very severe itching.
Pinworms are small worms that infect the intestines. Pinworms are the most common worm infection in the United States. They are most common in school-age children. Pinworm eggs are spread directly from person to person. They can also be spread by touching bedding, food, or other items that are contaminated with the eggs. Typically, children are infected by touching pinworm eggs without knowing it and then putting their fingers in their mouth.