Molluscum Contagiosum

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boom6666
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by boom6666 on Tue Jan 22, 2019 3:28 pm

Molluscum Contagiosum

My 6 year old son has molluscum contagious on the lower part of his left leg. Are there any treatments for it? He's had it for about 12 months.

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Dr Anton Alexandroff
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by Dr Anton Alexandroff on Thu Jan 24, 2019 12:25 am

Re: Molluscum Contagiosum

Thank you for your question. Molluscum is a self resolving condition but cryotherapy (freezing) can help. Your dermatologist administer it.

I hope this is helpful.
With Best Wishes,

Dr Anton Alexandroff FRCP(UK) PhD CCT(Derm) FRSM FAAD
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Dr Emma Wedgeworth
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by Dr Emma Wedgeworth on Thu Jan 24, 2019 10:18 pm

Re: Molluscum Contagiosum

I agree with Dr Alexandroff that most molluscum will settle by itself within about 18 months.

My go to topical treatment is Molludab which is available over the counter.

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