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Topical 5% 5-fluoro-uracil cream (efudex)
Cryotherapy with liquid nitrogen
3.8.2. Molluscum contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum is a viral infection of the skin that causes discrete papules
that may be mistaken for warts.
Etiologic agent: Pox virus
It is common in children and some time in immunocompromised adults. The rash of
molluscum contagiosum is characterized by discrete, 2 to 5 mm papules that are flesh-
colored (skin color) and dome-shaped with a central umbilication (depressed centre).
In children, the rash is most often found on the face, trunk and extremities.
In adults it appears in the pubic and genital region it is a sexually transmitted infection.
Molluscum contagiosum is a self-limited disease, meaning it will eventually go away on
its own. Each lesion generally lasts for about 6 to 9 months, but they can last for
several years.
Treatment
In children not touching it is probably the best approach.
Cryosurgery - Using liquid nitrogen to freeze the lesion
Salicylic Acid (Compound W) - A solution applied to the lesion with or without tape
occlusion
3.8.3. Herpes simplex Infection
One of the most prevalent infections worldwide
The infection is life long
It affects:
• Skin
• Mucous membrane
• CNS
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