Molluscum contagiosum may present with pink or white shiny wax-like papules. Each of dome-shaped papules have a central pit with a white plug. The appearance of the papules may be described as pearly or flesh coloured (1). Papules are mildly pruritic or asymptomatic
Lesions are distributed in clusters on any part of the body.
An inflammatory reaction can be seen prior to resolution of the lesion. Uncomplicated lesions usually heal without any scarring (2).
Secondary infection may occur if the lesions are scratched and result in pustule formation (3).
Larger, more widespread atypical lesions may occur in immunocompromised people (e.g. with HIV) (1).
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