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- Title
Molluscum contagiosum in a girl with HIV infection. Case report and literature review.
- Authors
Valdez R., Lomelí; Suárez A., Olvera; J. A., Gallegos Marin; G., Del Vecchio; Ortega J., Ordoñez; Jurado R., Rodríguez; López C., Palacios
- Abstract
Molluscum contagiosum (MC) is a common viral disease in the pediatric population characterized by smooth, shiny papules measuring a few millimeters. In immunosuppressed patients, these lesions can appear atypically, with multiple, extensive and verruciform appearance. We describe the case of a 7-year-old child diagnosed with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection who, after stopping antiretroviral treatment, presented with multiple verruciform lesions on the scalp dating back a few months. Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of MC. A topical treatment with 10% potassium hydroxide reduced the lesions which were then removed with curettage. A literature review is also performed including pathogenesis, clinical manifestations and treatment options in children with HIV infection.
- Subjects
HIV infections; LITERATURE reviews; MOLLUSCUM contagiosum; VIRUS diseases; HIV; HIV-positive children
- Publication
European Journal of Pediatric Dermatology, 2024, Vol 34, Issue 1, p33
- ISSN
1122-7672
- Publication type
Article