Molluscum Contagiosum

Molluscum Contagiosum

A type of viral infection, Molluscum contagiosum can affect any area of the skin. The infection causes round, raised, skin-colored papules that normally range from two to five millimeters in size.¹ When molluscum contagiosum infects the genitalia, it is considered a sexually transmitted disease.

Fast Facts

First described by: Thomas Bateman²
Date first described: 1817²
Infection type: Viral
Incubation period: 1-6 months³
Highest incidence in children 1-10 years old⁴
Common in sexually active adults⁴
Prevalent in warm and humid environments⁴
Affects men more often than women²
People with HIV more susceptible to infection⁴

Taxonomic Information

Group: Group I
Family: Poxviridae
Genus: Molluscipoxvirus
Species: Molluscum contagiosum virus

Disclaimer

The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you think you have molluscum contagiosum, please consult your doctor.

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