Molluscum Contagiosum
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Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection that produces small raised lesions, usually with a central dimple, and which can be spread by direct contact.
How it presents: firm, skin-colored or pearly, painless bumps usually appear, which can arise in different areas of the body and are common in childhood.
When to seek care? It is advisable to have them checked when they multiply, become irritated or inflamed, or raise questions about their origin.
Who treats it? The dermatologist, and in children the pediatric dermatologist, is the appropriate specialist to evaluate skin lesions. With new spots or bumps that do not go away, a professional consultation helps clarify what it is.
Data on 783 doctors who treat molluscum contagiosum
Which specialist treats molluscum contagiosum?
Molluscum contagiosum should be evaluated by a dermatologist, a specialist in skin infections, and in children by a pediatric dermatologist. A general practitioner can perform an initial assessment. You can find these specialists available.
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Frequently asked questions
What is molluscum contagiosum?
Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection that produces small raised lesions, usually with a central dimple, and which can be spread by direct contact.
Which doctor treats molluscum contagiosum?
Molluscum contagiosum should be evaluated by a dermatologist, a specialist in skin infections, and in children by a pediatric dermatologist. A general practitioner can perform an initial assessment. You can find these specialists available.