Molluscum Contagiosum Flashcards
What causes Molluscum Contagiosum and what are its characteristic features?
Molluscum Contagiosum is caused by a pox-virus.
It presents as dome-shaped papules with a central dimple, often containing whitish cheesy material.
In which areas of the body does Molluscum Contagiosum typically occur in children?
Commonly found in areas of warmth, moisture, and friction such as the armpits, groins, and face.
What is the typical course of Molluscum Contagiosum?
Generally self-limiting and will disappear within a year without treatment.
What is the basic method for treating Molluscum Contagiosum?
Prick the center of the lesion with a sharpened matchstick and press out the contents.
What are some procedural treatments for Molluscum Contagiosum?
Curettage with a sharp curette or lancing with a pin.
Use Betadine solution or scrub after the procedure until dry.
What caustic treatments can be used for Molluscum Contagiosum?
Caustic pencil (silver nitrate pencil) for small lesions.
Caustic treatment with 80% phenol or 50-88% trichloroacetic acid
What is an alternative method for treating Molluscum Contagiosum?
Freezing with liquid nitrogen.
