A 20-year-old male has presented to a health clinic with multiple genital lesions that are filled with a viscous, creamy exudate and has subsequently been diagnosed with molluscum contagiosum
What is his care provider most likely to tell him about the plan for treating the diagnosis?
A)
"This kind of infection often subsides on its own and doesn't grow more serious over time."
B)
"These lesions usually respond well to oral antiviral medications."
C)
"Treatment of this problem is usually successful, but if untreated, it can lead to sterility."
D)
"The bacteria that cause this disease are often latent for several years at a time, and you would be contagious for the entire period."
Ans:
A
Feedback:
Molluscum contagiosum is considered a benign and self-limiting viral illness. Oral antivirals are not a common treatment, and it is not noted to lead to sterility.
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