Molluscum Contagiosum in Nepal

Name: STD Treatment Clinic
Address: Bhagwatibahal, Thamel, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, 44600, NP
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A professional guide to understanding this common viral skin infection and its treatment options.

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Reviewed: Jan 5, 2024

Updated: Jan 5, 2024

What is Molluscum Contagiosum?

Molluscum contagiosum is a common viral infection of the skin that results in round, firm, painless bumps. The bumps have a characteristic dimple in the center. It is caused by a poxvirus and is highly contagious through direct skin contact.

[नेपाली] Molluscum contagiosum एक सामान्य भाइरल छालाको संक्रमण हो, जसमा छालामा गोलो, कडा, र नदुख्ने दानाहरू आउँछन्। यी दानाहरूको बीचमा सानो खाल्डो हुन्छ। यो पोक्सभाइरसले गर्दा हुन्छ र प्रत्यक्ष छालाको सम्पर्कबाट सर्छ।

Symptoms

Small, raised, round, and flesh-colored bumps.
A small indentation or "dimple" in the center of each bump.
Can appear anywhere on the body, but in adults often in the genital region, lower abdomen, or inner thighs.

Treatment Options

While the infection can clear on its own, treatment is often recommended to prevent spreading. Options include:

Cryotherapy

Freezing the bumps with liquid nitrogen, causing them to fall off.

Curettage

Scraping off the bumps with a small, sharp instrument after numbing the area.

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Last Updated: January 15, 2026 |Clinic: STD Treatment Clinic |License: 15834

FAQs

Q: Is Molluscum Contagiosum dangerous?

No, it is a harmless skin infection and usually goes away on its own within 6-12 months. However, treatment is often sought to prevent spread to other parts of the body or to other people, and for cosmetic reasons.

Q: Is Molluscum considered an STD?

It can be. It is spread by skin-to-skin contact, so it is often transmitted during sexual activity if the bumps are in the genital area. However, it is also very common in children through non-sexual contact.

Q: Is the removal procedure painful?

Cryotherapy (freezing) can cause a brief stinging sensation. Curettage (scraping) is done after applying a numbing cream to minimize discomfort.