Can Molluscum Contagiosum Cure Itself in Children?

Molluscum contagiosum in children can be self-healing, the time of recession ranges from a few months to a few years, after active treatment can shorten the duration of the disease. Molluscum contagiosum is caused by molluscum contagiosum virus infection, the typical skin lesions for the diameter of 2~5mm size pearl or color gray hemispherical papules, the central umbilical concavity, the surface of the wax-like luster, containing milky white cheese-like material. The disease is self-limiting, most of the lesions can subside on their own, and the active treatment can accelerate the healing process. The disease is mainly treated by medication and physical therapy, commonly used medications include imiquimod cream, zanpakuto, etc. In addition, physical modalities such as wart clamping therapy and liquid nitrogen freezing therapy can be used to promote the healing of the lesions. If there is a problem, it is recommended to go to the hospital for active treatment, so as not to delay the condition.