This image displays molluscum lesions with a depression in the center. Small, dome-shaped, solid bumps, often with a small depression, are typical of molluscum. This image displays the smooth surface typical of molluscum. This image displays round, skin-colored bumps typical of molluscum.
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Molluscum Contagiosum (Pediatric):
A parent's guide for infants and babies

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Picture of Molluscum Contagiosum (Pediatric): This image displays molluscum lesions with a depression in the center. Divider line
This image displays molluscum lesions with a depression in the center.
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Who's At Risk
The typical age of children infected by molluscum contagiosum is 1–5, but infants may also be affected. The lesions may be anywhere on the body, but the face, eyelids, neck, armpits, and thighs are most commonly affected. Infants with eczema (dry, itchy skin) may be more severely affected by molluscum contagiosum. 
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