Molluscum is a very common viral skin infection that affects children. It spreads through direct skin contact with a lesion and commonly occurs in areas with eczema. Molluscum can clear up spontaneously, but most people prefer treatment.

Treatment options

• Cantharidin
  • Painless application
  • Covered with tape
  • Wash area with soap and water after 4-6 hours
  • Blister forms within 2 days
  • The blister will dry and the lesion may fall off
  • Healing within 7 days
  • Resistant and new molluscum lesions require repeat treatment
• Cryotherapy
• Surgical removal
• Aldara
• Retinoid