Molluscum Contagiosum Flashcards
1
Q
Definition of molluscum contagiosum?
A
Skin infection due to pox virus (molluscum contagiosum virus)
2
Q
How common is molluscum contagiosum?
A
Common
3
Q
Demographic for molluscum contagiosum
A
Children most often
4
Q
Risk factors for molluscum contagiosum?
A
Immunocompromise (e.g. HIV)
Atopic eczema
5
Q
Molluscum contagiosum lesion characteristics?
A
Smooth papule
Umbilicated (small navel-like depression in the centre of a rounded body)
Often painless but itchy
6
Q
How is molluscum contagiosum transmitted?
A
Close contact (e.g. swimming pools, sexual contact)
7
Q
If a child has molluscum contagiosum, do they need exclusion from school?
A
They do not
