As with any condition that develops on the human body, one should always try to get an appointment with a healthcare professional. In the case of Molluscum, a dermatologist would be who I'd see first as it is a skin condition. Fortunately it is one that will usually go away on it's own over time.
If you are not naturally resistant to molluscum, you can acquire the infection. Your children are most likely to acquire molluscum from personal contact with other children who have the disease.
It's always worth getting a doctor's opinion on a skin condition, just in case, but here are some sites that provide information on Molluscum Contagiosum. They may help you to cure this problem. www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/molluscum/faq/everyone.htm www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Molluscum-contagiosum/.../Treatment.aspx en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Molluscum_contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum is contagious, ie. it can spread easily from person to person, but you're not guaranteed to catch it from an affected person. More information can be found at these sites. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Molluscum_contagiosum lagunaskincenter.com/articles/molluscum-contagiosum/
Yes, children should continue to attend school or day care with molluscum. Lesions should be covered if they aren't covered by clothes.
The government site cdc.gov have treatment options for people with molluscum. If you have it go to http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/molluscum/faq/everyone.htm for information about treatments.
The following site will provide good information on a diet for molluscum contagiosum at the following site...www.medicinenet.com ... skin az list molluscum contagiosum index
Molluscum Contagiosum is treatable by freezing, creams. viable information can be found on the NHS website also any pharmasist should be able to perscibe a cream for Molluscum Contagiosum.
Coconut is most effective to cure molluscum contagiosum when used in conjunction with other natural products like clove oil and apple cider vinegar. Coconut oil is particularly good for use on young children because it does not sting the molluscum legions. On the other hand it is not very strong and does not kill off larger molluscum bumps.
The American Academy of Pediatrics continues to state that children should attend day care or school if they have molluscum. Lesions not covered by clothing should be covered.
There are many websites devoted to molluscum contagiosum and include sections on symptoms, causes and treatment. Your family doctor can also offer advice on the subject.
Both smallpox and molluscum are caused by pox viruses. Smallpox is lifethreatening, while molluscum is benign.
Although there is a large amount of information on the web in regards to Molluscum Contagiosum skin conditions, it is not the place to go for you to find treatments. You need to speak with a medical professional in order to be assured you are getting the correct information for your conditon. If you just want general information regarding your condition you can check the WebMD site.