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Molluscum Contagiosum Treatment in Pune

Molluscum contagiosum or water warts is basically a viral infection of the skin that results in small, raised, pink lesions with a dimple in the center.
They may occasionally be itchy or sore. Usually, they occur singly or in groups.

Worried about your skin condition? Get in touch with best of our skin specialists in Pune. For a skin treatment, book an appointment with our dermatologists near you +912071177333

Molluscum contagiosum is basically a condition of the skin caused by a poxvirus known as molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV). It forms raised nodules or papules on the skin. Generally, this condition goes away by itself over a period of time in a few individuals. However, if left untreated, it can spread to individuals themselves or to others as well.

Do & Don’t for Getting Molluscum

DO: Avoid scratching the lesions
DO: Cover infected areas with waterproof bandages
DO: Use fresh bed sheets and clothes

DON’T: shave infected areas
DON’T: Engage in physical contact or sexual intercourse
DON’T: Use perfumes or deodorants in affected areas
DON’T: Use public toilets
DON’T:  Remove the lesions or the fluid inside of it yourself.

 

Complications

Usually, this disease has minimal to no complications. However, a few complications may occur. These include:

  • Bacterial infections
    Secondary bacterial infections can occur if the lesion is disturbed or improperly removed. antibiotics may be required in such cases.
  • Scarring
    Sometimes, pale patches of skin or tiny scars are formed following improper treatment of molluscum.
  • Eye problems
    There is a possibility that eye infections like conjunctivitis or keratitis could develop in the molluscum present near the eyes. Your eyes may become sensitive to light and sore. Therefore you should contact your doctor if you see boils or bumps around your eyes.

Causes of Molluscum

The molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV) causes Molluscum contagiosum. However, most people who do come in contact with the virus have immunity against it. Hence, they do not develop any growth. So people with a weakened immune system are more susceptible to molluscum contagiosum. The transmission of the virus is through direct contact. Therefore, it is ideal to wash your hands regularly, keep the infected area covered and not share personal items.

Risk factors:

  • Direct contact with contaminated objects like infected towels and handkerchiefs.
  • Having a weak immune system. For example, an HIV-infected patient or someone who has undergone radiation or chemotherapy.
  • Sexual contact with an infected person.
  • Playing contact sports like basketball, wrestling, and football.
  • Taking certain medications to treat autoimmune disorders.
  • Crowded work, play, and living conditions.
  • Having atopic dermatitis (eczema).
  • Taking corticosteroids that suppress the immune system.
  • Taking medicines to aid organ transplants.

Genital lesions:

Molluscum contagiosum on the genital area is not very different from MC of some other zones.

Appearance: Small, white-pink, or skin-colored bumps with a dimple. In certain cases, they may become red, risen, and chafed.

Texture: Smooth and firm

Location: Ordinarily found on the shaft of penis, scrotum, and inner thighs in males and labia major, inner thighs in females.

Size: Usually, the bumps are small, around 2-5 millimeters

If the bumps grow very large, do not have dimples, and suddenly increase in number, one should get tested for HIV.

Recurrence:

This infection can sometimes go away without treatment but chances of spreading will increase, removing it at an early stage can prevent this. Also, if you get infected more than once, it should be a priority to meet a doctor. It could highlight underlying problems. In addition, this persistence can help you become aware of any concerns regarding your immune system.

Moreover, there is a possibility that you do not have molluscum contagiosum but another skin infection that looks like it. So, it is definitely worth a closer look if you notice a recurrence.

Diagnosis:

It can be diagnosed by its appearance itself. However, it is not only the lesion that decides the condition. The underlying cause is a contributory factor that provides the basis of doctors’ consultations and recommendations for investigations. Above all, molluscum contagiosum may be a reflection of immune disorders like HIV.
Moreover, molluscum contagiosum may be mistaken as other lesions, such as:

  • Epidermal cysts
  • Nevocellular nevi
  • Sebaceous hyperplasias
  • Kaposi sarcoma.

In some cases, your doctor may recommend histologic or microscopic confirmation of molluscum contagiosum. In conclusion, due to the uncertain nature of the diagnosis, it is extremely important to get diagnosed by an expert for the right treatment.

Treatments

Sometimes, molluscum contagiosum lesions may disappear without treatment.

Early treatment is required if:

  • The lesions are larger than 5 millimeters
  • They are located on your face and neck
  • You have a skin condition like atopic dermatitis
  • You have serious concerns about spreading the virus.

The following treatments are the most effective for molluscum contagiosum –

  • Topical treatments:

Topicals are widely available in the form of creams, lotions, and ointments, however, their efficacy is subjective to the individual. Your dermatologist will probably prescribe you one based on your skin type and the way the infection presents.

Your doctor applies these creams containing acids or chemicals to the bumps. They induce the top layer of skin that the virus infects to peel off. However, these need to be applied individually onto each lesion as their effect is therapeutic locally.

Some of the topical treatments are:

  • Tretinoin in the form of cream or lotion
  • Trichloroacetic acid
  • Oral treatments:

oral medications don’t directly help in the removal of MC. They act by boosting/improving the immunity of the person.

  • Physical removal:

Physical removal is ideal for those individuals for whom the spots are affecting their self-esteem and quality of life. People with weakened immune defenses need to physically remove this condition. This is because it may take them years to clear it out otherwise.

Some of the treatment methods are:

  • Cryotherapy: Your doctor freezes the bumps with liquid nitrogen. This kills the virus inside the spots and removes them. Cryotherapy requires several sessions before each spot clears completely.
  • Curettage: In this treatment, your doctor uses a small tool to scrape the bump off the skin. Some doctors prefer removing the lesions, especially if they are fast-spreading. Once the bumps are gone, the virus cannot spread. However, if not done properly this may cause scarring.
  • Laser therapy: Your doctor uses a laser, like CO2 laser to destroy the cells that make up each spot. However, this treatment requires multiple sessions for satisfactory results.

These treatments cannot guarantee that you will not get new lesions. This is because most treatments focus on individual spots. That is why it is best to get the treatment conducted regularly and under qualified supervision.

For treating your skin condition, feel free to get in touch with one of our best dermatologists in Pune. You can also call on +912071177333 to book an appointment at one of our skin clinics near you.

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Molluscum contagiosum or water warts, is basically a viral infection of the skin that results in small, raised, pink lesions with a dimple in the centre.
They may occasionally be itchy or sore. Usually, they occur singly or in groups.

For treating your skin condition, feel free to get in touch with one of our best dermatologists in Pune. You can also call on +912071177333 to book an appointment at one of our skin clinics near you.

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