Can molluscum contagiosum spread in a pool?

Some investigations report that spread of molluscum contagiosum is increased in swimming pools. However, it has not been proved how or under what circumstances swimming pools might increase spread of the virus. Activities related to swimming might be the cause.

How do you get rid of molluscum pubic area?

Lesions can be removed surgically and/or treated with a topical treatment such as podophyllin, cantharidin, phenol, or iodine. Cryotherapy (freezing the lesion with liquid nitrogen) is an alternative method of removal.

Can you get waxed with molluscum?

Washing the bumps with a loofah can spread the virus around your skin. Instead, use your bare hands and wash with our special MolluscumRx soap when you shower or bathe. Do not shave or wax the body where lesions are present.

What causes molluscum to flare up?

The virus that causes molluscum contagiosum spreads easily through: Skin-to-skin contact. Contact with contaminated objects, such as towels. Sexual contact with an affected partner.

Can molluscum live on clothes?

Causes of molluscum contagiosum Contact with a surface that where the virus lives — the virus can live in inanimate objects such as linens, clothes, towels, pool equipment and toys.

Is molluscum a STD?

Molluscum contagiosum is a viral skin infection caused by the molluscum contagiosum virus. It is a sexually transmissible infection (STI) in adults as it can be spread by skin-to-skin contact during sex. You can also spread the infection around your body by scratching, especially in areas where the skin is broken.

How do you shave molluscum contagiosum?

If you must shave the skin with molluscum, use different razors. You’d shave the skin with molluscum with one razor. The other razor you’d use to shave the skin without molluscum. Postpone electrolysis while you have molluscum bumps on your skin.

Can molluscum live on sheets?

Can you get rid of molluscum contagiosum forever?

Some people choose not to treat the growths because molluscum contagiosum can go away on its own. But left untreated, it takes 6 months to 5 years for all the growths to go away.