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Extensive
molluscum contagiosum |
Characteristic skin lesions: small fleshcoloured, pearly or pink, dome-shaped or umbilicated growths, may be inflamed or red; facial, more than 5% of body area or disfiguring. Giant molluscum may indicate advanced immunodeficiency. |
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In this 2-year-old HIV-infected child, the lesions are extensive and involve the face. |
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Giant molluscum indicates advanced immunodeficiency. |
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Giant molluscum indicates advanced immunodeficiency. |
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The lesions respond to highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART). Cryotherapy, medical curettage or chemical treatments may be used for cosmetic reasons in places where HAART is not available. |
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