Intestinal worms are common in children, with threadworm (also known as pinworm) being one of the most common types. Symptoms can include itching around the bottom, particularly at night, disturbed sleep, irritability and restlessness, although some children may have few or no symptoms.

Within homeopathy, medicines are traditionally selected according to the individual's particular symptom picture rather than the presence of worms alone. This guide outlines some homeopathic medicines and their traditional indications and uses in homeopathic practice in relation to symptoms commonly associated with intestinal worms.