Molluscum Contagiosum Prevention Singapore | HIV PEP
Molluscum Contagiosum Prevention in Singapore: Molluscum contagiosum is a skin infection caused by a virus. The infection causes bumps on the upper layers of the skin surface. It is easily transmitted.
Prevention of molluscum contagiosum
If you are a healthy individual, molluscum contagiosum infection can be prevented by:
- Treating any underlying skin disorder (eczema), especially in children
- Abstaining from sexual activities or having monogamous relationship with an uninfected person. Using male or female condoms cannot completely prevent molluscum contagiosum infection, as it cannot offer protection from skin-to-skin contact in areas not covered by the condom.
- Avoiding direct skin-to-skin contact with any infected individual.
- Avoiding the sharing of potentially infected personal items, such as razors, towels, clothing, mats, washcloths, and gym equipment (without cleaning between uses).
- Avoiding picking or scratching of any lesion.
- Covering exposed lesions with a bandage or clothing to prevent viral transmission.