Román BR

Language: Spanish
References: 10
Page: 32-35
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ABSTRACT

The moluscum contagious is caused by a poxvirus, and is becoming an increasing problem in sexually active individuals and in patients with immunodeficiency virus. Although molluscum contagiosum lesions are generally self –limiting, it may take 6 months to 5 years for lesions to disappears, especially in patients with immunodeficiency problems. The treatment is recommended to avoid autoinoculation, to reduce de risk of sexual transmission and increase the quality of life. Treatment options can be physician-administered and patientadministered; the physician should elect the best option for each patient, thinking in the more convenient, well-tolerated and easily administered method.

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