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TREATMENT. Once diagnosed, there are several methods of managing molluscum contagiosum. The virus usually lasts for a period of several months to years and resolves on its own over time. If the bumps are not causing symptoms, many doctors recommend watchful waiting for improvement and resolution.
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Molluscum contagiosum is a common viral skin infection of childhood that causes localised clusters of umbilicated epidermal papules. Pseudo-koebnerisation in a scratch. Who gets molluscum contagiosum? Molluscum contagiosum mainly affects infants and young children under the age of 10 years.
Molluscum contagiosum is a benign viral epidermal infection associated with high risk of transmission and with an increasing frequency in worldwide population [1-3]. This guideline is focused on the genital, sexually transmitted molluscum contagiosum and targets adolescents (from 16 years of age) and adults.
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May 1, 2019 · The objective of this article is to review the current evidence in etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and management alternatives of MC. Firm, rounded, skin-colored papules with a shiny...
May 30, 2019 · MCV is transmitted mainly by direct contact with infected skin, which can be sexual, non-sexual, or autoinoculation. Clinically, MC presents as firm rounded papules, pink or skin-colored, with a shiny and umbilicated surface.
- Rodrigo Meza-Romero, Cristián Navarrete-Dechent, Camila Downey
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There are a few treatments which may help to speed up the process of clearing the spots. However, this is dependent on the age of the person affected. Many treatments are painful, and this must be taken into consideration as molluscum contagiosum is a harmless and self-resolving condition. Furthermore, it is
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Dec 17, 2023 · Molluscum contagiosum is a common infection of the skin caused by a Poxvirus. It is largely, if not exclusively a human disease. This chapter is set out as follows: Aetiology. History. Clinical findings. Images. Investigations. Management. Aetiology.
