Molluscum contagiosum is a skin infection caused by a poxvirus known as the molluscum contagiosum virus. It typically results in benign, mild skin lesions (growths) that can appear anywhere on the body. These lesions, called Mollusca, are characterized by the following features:

Appearance: Small, raised, and usually white, pink, or flesh-colored with a dimple or pit in the center. They often have a pearly appearance and are smooth and firm.

Size: In most cases, the lesions range from about the size of a pinhead to as large as a pencil eraser (approximately 2 to 5 millimeters in diameter).

Location: Mollusca may occur anywhere on the body, including the face, neck, arms, legs, abdomen, and genital area, either alone or in groups. However, they are rarely found on the palms of the hands or the soles of the feet.

Transmission of molluscum contagiosum can occur through:



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