Molluscum contagiosum Flashcards
what is the cause of molluscum contagiosum
bacterial infection
viral infection
viral skin infection
how does mollsucum contagiosum present
clusters of epidermal papules
what is the word for clusters of epidermal papules present in molluscum contagiosum
mollusca
who does molluscum contagiosum usually affect
infants and young children
<10 yrs
what 2 RFx for molluscum contagioscum
warm environments
overcrowded environments
when is transmission of molluscum contagioscum most likely
wet conditions
e.g. children bathing together and swimming together
what is the incubation period of molluscum contagioscum
2 weeks - 6 months
how does the mollusca present
white cheesy material
clusters
waxy and shiny look
white/pink/brown
where does molluscum contagioscum usually present
moist areas
e.g. axilla, armpit, behind knees, groin, genitals, lips
how long does molluscum cantagiosum spontaneously resolve
18 months
how can you prevent molluscum spreading
not sharing towels
washing at high temps
what can be prescribed to relieve itching in molluscum conatgiosum
hydrocortisone 1%
