Molluscum contagiosum is a skin rash caused by a pox virus (not the same virus that causes chicken pox). Pictures of this rash are often used in medical training and diagnosis or for individuals attempting to self-diagnose a rash.
Molluscum Contagiousum pictures are good because they show the seriousness of what is going on. Everyone should see these and take note on what to do and not do to be safe.
Both smallpox and molluscum are caused by pox viruses. Smallpox is lifethreatening, while molluscum is benign.
Molluscum is spread by skin-to-skin contact. Keep your molluscum lesions covered to avoid spreading it to others.
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 is difficult if not impossible to tell somebody what a "spot" is without being able to see it.
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.
Molluscum contagiosum typically does not cause pain. The bumps associated with molluscum are usually painless, but they can become itchy or irritated. If the bumps become red, swollen, or painful, it may indicate a secondary bacterial infection.
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Signs of molluscum are white bumps with a central depression. These are usually found in groups.
Molluscum can improve greatly with changes in your every day diet. A healthy diet will cleanse your body of all toxins that cause contribute to molluscum.
The correct phrase is "I can see in this picture," as it refers to looking inside or within the picture itself.
No, molluscum contagiosum is not considered a type of wart. It is a viral skin infection caused by the molluscum contagiosum virus, while warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).