Molluscum contagiosum is caused by a common poxvirus. Associated with the virus, firm, skin-colored, pus-filled lesions with a central depression are typically present. Molluscum contagiosum is a benign, poxvirus infection that typically has a central depression. When seen in the genital region of an adult, molluscum transmission is usually due to intimate contact. As displayed in this image, molluscum appear smooth and can be either skin-colored or, if inflamed, pink. Molluscum contagiosum is a superficial poxvirus infection of the skin with lesions that can vary in size but are typically larger than a dime in diameter. This image displays molluscum lesions that are smooth, skin-colored, and scattered. This close-up image displays smooth, skin-colored bumps with a slight depression at the center, typical of molluscum.
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Molluscum contagiosum is caused by a common poxvirus. Associated with the virus, firm, skin-colored, pus-filled lesions with a central depression are typically present.
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Who's At Risk
Anyone of any age can develop molluscum contagiosum. Children tend to get lesions on their face, arms, and hands from normal childhood play while teens and adults tend to get them in genital regions from sexual contact. Anyone with an immunosuppressive disorder, such as HIV, may have much more trouble with molluscum contagiosum and may develop many, many lesions.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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