What
is Molluscum Contagiosum?
It
is a chronic viral skin infection that causes raised, pearl-like
papules. Typically, the lesions begin as a small painless papule,
usually 2 to 5mm in diameter, which may raise up to form a flesh-colored
nodule. Scratching or other irritation causes the virus to spread
in a line or in groups (crops). Molluscum contagiousum is a contagious
viral infection.
It is a common infection in children as it is contagious through
direct contact, and is generally seen on the face, neck, arm pit,
arms, and/or hands. It may occur anywhere on the body, including
in the genital area.
In
adults, Molluscum contagiosum warts are usually seen on the genitals
as MCV is also sexually transmitted. Early genital lesions may be
mistaken for Genital Herpes, but unlike herpes, Molluscum is usually
painless.
The
virus is very contagious, and should be treated to prevent further
infection either to yourself, or to others.
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