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Molluscum Contagiosum : causes, symptoms and treatment

Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection resulting in the formation of bumps on the face, arms, neck, legs, back, or abdomen. This chronic skin infection is caused by the Molluscum contagiosum virus, which is closely associated with the pox virus family. <br>

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Molluscum Contagiosum : causes, symptoms and treatment

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  1. MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM CAUSES | SYMPTOMS | DIAGNOSIS | TREATMENT

  2. INTRODUCTION TO MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM • Molluscumcontagiosumis a viral skin infection resulting in the formation of bumps on the face, arms, neck, legs, back, or abdomen. This chronic skin infection is caused by the Molluscumcontagiosum virus, which is closely associated with the pox virus family. • Molluscumcontagiosummay last on the skin of an infected person from two months to four years. The bumps on the skin are usually painless and may not leave any scars if left untreated. • Molluscumcontagiosuminfection is most common among children and older adults as they may have a weak immune system. 

  3. CAUSES OF MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM • Molluscumcontagiosumvirus thrives on the skin of an infected person and can be passed on to another person through direct or indirect contact. Here are some risk factors that increase the chances of developing Molluscumcontagiosum:  • People who have eczema • People who engage in team sports • People with weak immune system • Children between the age of 1-10 • People living in humid areas

  4. SYMPTOMS OF MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM • The symptoms of Molluscumcontagiosum may not be visible for up to 6 months. The symptoms of Molluscumcontagiosum can be more severe if a patient has a weak immune system. Some common symptoms of Molluscumcontagiosum are:  • Bumps on the abdomen, face, arms, and legs • Bumps filled with fluid • Itchy boils • Red or pink colored blisters • Lesions measuring 2-5 millimeters in diameter • Lumps around genital area and thighs

  5. DIAGNOSIS OF MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM A dermatologist can diagnose Molluscumcontagiosumsimply by looking at the blisters. Sometimes dermatologists take the sample from the affected area by scratching the affected skin. The sample is further observed under a microscope to determine the possible cause and condition of infection. A patient should tell the doctor about their medical history and symptoms they have been experiencing. A dermatologist may also order a blood test to check for other skin conditions that can cause symptoms of Molluscumcontagiosum.

  6. TREATMENT OF MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM • Thetreatment of Molluscumcontagiosum may include:  • Laser therapy to help reduce the size of the bumps by exposing them to a low intensity laser beam. • Applying ointments containing certain acids to induce the drainage of blisters. • Curettage procedure to scrape off the affected skin. • Cryotherapy which involves the use of liquid nitrogen for freezing the each bump. • Topical medicines such as Aldara and Tagamet to treat the Molluscumcontagiosum in small children.

  7. PREVENTION MOLLUSCUM CONTAGIOSUM • Avoid sharing personal items such as soaps, towel, or hairbrush. • Avoid scratching the affected area. • Keep the blisters clean and covered. • Avoid sexual contact with an infected person. • Wash your hands after touching a blister.

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