(B08.1) Molluscum contagiosum
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Diagnosis molluscum contagiosum is diagnosed Men are 5.78% more likely than Women
Men receive the diagnosis molluscum contagiosum
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis molluscum contagiosum
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease molluscum contagiosum - Men and Women aged 0
Disease Features molluscum contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - molluscum contagiosum
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination of skin lesions
- Gram stain of extracted lesions
- Tzanck test of extracted lesions
- Wood's light examination
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test
- Viral culture of extracted lesions
- Serological testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Regularly washing the affected area with soap and water.
- Applying topical creams, such as salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide, to the affected area.
- Using an antiviral cream, such as aciclovir or penciclovir, to reduce the spread of the virus.
- Using cryotherapy, or freezing the affected area with liquid nitrogen.
- Undergoing laser treatment, which uses a high-energy light beam to destroy the virus.
- Undergoing surgical removal of the affected area.
Molluscum contagiosum - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease molluscum contagiosum
Rash
(Eruption, Dermatitis, Skin irritation, Hives, Itching, Inflammation, Redness, Bumps, Blotches, Scaly patch)
A rash is an area of irritated or swollen skin. It may appear as red bumps, patches, or blisters and can be itchy, dry, or painful. It can develop suddenly or over time and can be caused by a variety of factors, including allergies, infections, and irritants. Common rashes include eczema, hives, and...
Ulcer external
(Open sore, Lesion, Sore, Cut, Wound, Gash, Abrasion, Laceration, Scratch, Bruise)
Ulcer external is a type of skin lesion that is caused by a break in the skin, leading to an open sore. It usually appears as a red, raised area that is often painful and may have a yellowish or white pus-filled center. The area around the ulcer may be swollen and warm to the touch. Ulcer external c...