Molluscum contagiosum
Disease Information
Treatment & Care
In most cases, the lesions will heal without treatment over a period of six to nine months. Additional treatment options may include:
- removal of the lesions
- use of topical medications (to speed the healing of the lesions)
Related conditions and treatments:
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