- Occasionally seen in toddlers
- Dog or cat Tapeworm (Dipylidium caninum)
- Tapeworm carried by fleas
- Dogs and cats swallow adult fleas and acquire Tapeworm
- Child accidentally swallows flea while playing with pet
- Usually asymptomatic
- Motile worm segments (proglottids) on stool or perianal
- Appear as cucumber seeds when fresh
- Appear as rice grains when dry
- Praziquantel (Biltricide) 5-10 mg/kg for 1 dose
- Flea control
- Regular worming of pets