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Molluscum contagiosum is a poxvirus infection which can be confused with a facial wart caused by HPV. superficial skin infection appearing in appearance of firm, flesh-colored, doughnut-shaped bumps exhibiting sunken centers contain a white, curdy-type material. The bumps can occur almost anywhere on the body including the buttocks, thighs and external genitalia. Molluscum contagiosum is a poxvirus infection which can be confused with a facial wart caused by HPV.

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Contagiosum

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Facial Wart, HPV

As with HPV, close physical contact is usually necessary for transmission; indirect transmission from shared towels, swimming pools, are also possible. And, cryotherapy may be used to treat as well. Molluscum contagiosum is a poxvirus infection which can be confused with a facial wart caused by HPV.

Other Topics: HPV, HPV Picture, HPV Vaccine, HPV Transmission, HPV Test for Man, Human Papillomavirus, Human Papilloma Virus, Recurrence of Cervical Dysplasia, Abnormal Pap Smear, Genital Warts

Dr. Joe Glickman, Jr., M.D.

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