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ConditionName
Molluscum contagiosum
ConditionDescription
Symptoms
Are generally painless but can itch. Are small (2 to 5 millimeters in diameter) Have a dimple in the center. Are firm, dome-shaped, and flesh-colored at first. Become softer with time. May turn red and drain over time. Have a central core of white, waxy material.
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https://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/dermatologic-disorders/viral-skin-diseases/molluscum-contagiosum
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