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Confirmation of molluscum contagiosum diagnosis: Harnessing innovative testing techniques

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Molluscum contagiosum can mimic conditions like syringoma, warts, and closed comedones, making diagnosis challenging. Histopathological confirmation often causes delays in treatment. A bedside diagnostic approach involving dermoscopy and microscopy can rapidly confirm molluscum contagiosum. In this case, a 9-year-old boy with facial papules underwent enucleation of one lesion, followed by dermoscopy, which revealed white structureless areas and tortuous vessels, and microscopy, which identified molluscum bodies. This method allowed for quick confirmation without the need for histopathology.

Source: Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery

DOI: 10.25259/jcas_35_24

Authors: Senkadhir Vendhan, Biju Vasudevan, Shekhar Neema, A. W. Kashif

Institutions: Armed Forces Medical College, Command Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Poxvirus research and outbreaks

Subfield: Virology

Field: Immunology and Microbiology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4403782087