Ask A Specialist: When Should Patients With Molluscum Contagiosum Be Referred to Dermatology?
Ask A Specialist: When Should Patients With Molluscum Contagiosum Be Referred to Dermatology? https://pediatricsnationwide.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/AdobeStock_32667489_mr-executive-functions-header-1024x575.gif 1024 575 Patricia Witman, MD https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/d049f8197007c51899000b20319b8d4e7209cad49bf4a00a62730958483a6be0?s=96&d=mm&r=gWhat are the current treatment recommendations for moderate to severe molluscum, and when would you suggest referring to a dermatologist? Molluscum contagiosum is an infection caused by a virus that typically results in benign, mild skin disease characterized by lesions (Mollusca) that are small, raised and usually white, pink or flesh colored with a dimple…