| Molluscum
contagiosum virus (MCV) causes a common viral skin infection
in children, with an appearance similar to chicken pox
but without the associated itching, inflammation, and
acute illness. Most commonly found on the neck, arm
pit, face, arms, and hands, it may also occur on other
parts of the body. However, it does not occur on the
palms or soles of the feet. This disease causes small,
raised skin lesions (warts) that are shaped like pearls
with a central dimple, called an umbilication. Smaller
molluscum may appear as pimple-like bumps and may be
confused with atopic dermatitis or eczema. In children,
the most common location is the upper body. In adults,
it may be seen on the genitals where it occurs as a
sexually transmitted disease.
MC
(Molluscum Contagiosum) was first distinguished as a
disease back in 1812, but we have yet to develop a vaccine.
This persistent member of the poxvirus family is easily
transmitted by direct skin contact. Some of the common
grounds for transmission include shared bath towels,
baths, gym equipment, and benches. Contact sports such
as wrestling have been known to be a means of transmitting
the disease also.
The
ability of molluscum contagiosum to thrive is enhanced
in climates and conditions that are warm and humid.
It is a viral condition that is not specific to any
particular race or gender, and is a worldwide disease
that can occur at any age but most commonly under the
age of 12. Because it is a virus, it will run its course;
for that reason, many choose to just leave it alone.
The average length of time until clearance in children
in 18 - 30 months. However, it is well documented that
it may take 3 -5 years for the outbreak to end.
At
The Center for Biomedical Research, Inc., we have a
solution for your molluscum. Our physician-led research
team has developed a treatment clinically proven to
relieve your childs' molluscum. Contact us at service@cbrmed.org,
or call toll-free at 1-800-694-6855. Main offices located
at 45 Main Street, Suite 309, Brooklyn, NY 11201.
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