Molluscum contagiosum

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A viral skin infection that results in round, firm, painless bumps.

Description

Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection that results in round, firm, painless bumps. Scratched bumps can spread infection to surrounding skin. The condition spreads through contact with an infected person or object.

Overview

The main symptom of molluscum contagiosum is itchy, round, skin-colored bumps.

Symptoms

The bumps usually clear up on their own. Medicine or surgical removal of the bumps may be needed.

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