The actual time period for molluscum contagiosum to subside in children depends on the individual’s physical condition and the severity of the lesions.
The molluscum contagiosum is caused by a viral infection. The lesions start out as white, hemispherical papules that can gradually increase in size and number. If the child’s immunity is high, the number of infectious molluscum contagiosum is small, and the infection has not come into contact with other parts of the body, it may go away on its own, but the time it takes varies from person to person, and some children may go away on their own after 6-9 months. However, most children may not heal on their own, and prompt treatment by scraping the warts is recommended. If left untreated, there is a risk of molluscum contagiosum spreading or infecting others.
Children with infectious molluscum contagiosum need to pay attention to personal hygiene, avoid swimming in public pools, and avoid sharing towels and other items with others to prevent transmission.