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Which Is The Best Treatment Option For Molluscum Contagiosum?
Hello Doctor , It has been diagnosed as Molluscum Contagisium. I have a dozen bumps localized on my neck, some big enough to be a little visible, the rest very small. The doctor I visited states that Curettage is the only way. My own research shows that Pulse laser is the safest ( safe w.r.t. risk of scarring) when compared to curettage and cryotherapy. What do you suggest? Thank You.
Fri, 17 Oct 2014
Hello,
Welcome to HCM,
Molliscum contagiosum is a viral skin disease which is contagious and can spread to other areas.
Isolated lesions can be expressed or removed by minor procedure. Topical treatment includes imiquimod cream or tretinoin cream application on those lesions will cure the problem.
Proper evaluation of the lesions and appropriate treatment modality should be suggested considering also the age of the patient.
Thank you.
Welcome to HCM,
Molliscum contagiosum is a viral skin disease which is contagious and can spread to other areas.
Isolated lesions can be expressed or removed by minor procedure. Topical treatment includes imiquimod cream or tretinoin cream application on those lesions will cure the problem.
Proper evaluation of the lesions and appropriate treatment modality should be suggested considering also the age of the patient.
Thank you.
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