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"Walking together in kindness" artwork produced for Gold Coast Health by Riki Salam, We are 27 Creative.Molluscum contagiosum (MC) is a harmless viral infection which affects the skin. It may be sexually transmitted via skin-to-skin contact. While it can be treated, MC will usually self-resolve within 18 months.
MC can cause pearly, firm and raised lumps which may have a dimple in the centre. They are not usually painful or irritating. On adults the lesions are commonly seen on the inner thigh, lower abdomen and genital area.
If you have noticed any new genital lumps, ask your doctor or nurse to check the genital skin.
It is spread by skin-to-skin contact with a person who has the infection.
Treatment can be given by your doctor or nurse. In most cases this is done by freezing each lump with liquid nitrogen. A topical self-applied treatment is also available.
If your sexual partner has unexplained genital lumps then they should see a doctor or nurse for assessment.
A person with molluscum remains potentially infectious until lesions have completely resolved.
