Iqraabout 1 year ago

Prevention of molluscum contagiosum

To help prevent the spread of the virus: Wash your hands. Keeping your hands clean can help prevent spreading the virus. Avoid touching the bumps. Shaving over the infected areas also can spread the virus. Don't share or borrow personal items. These include clothing, towels, hairbrushes and other personal items. Avoid sexual contact. If you have molluscum contagiosum on or near your genitals, don't have sex until the bumps are treated and gone. Cover the bumps. Cover the bumps with clothing when around others, to prevent direct contact. Leave the affected area open to the air when not around others, as this promotes healthy skin. When swimming, cover the bumps with a watertight bandage.