Tag: poxvirus

Molluscum Contagiosum: Definition and Description of Molluscum Contagiosum: Molluscum Contagiosum is a viral infection of the skin caused by the molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV), a member of the poxvirus family. It is characterized by small, raised, firm, and painless bumps that appear on the skin, typically ranging from 2 to 5 millimeters in size. These…