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What is the percentage rate or likelihood of spreading moluscum through sex?
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Fairly HIGH: Molluscum spread has been documented through the sharing of towels, sponges, wrestling, and from a surgeon to several of his patients. So it does not have to be direct skin contact but that is the most common route. Of course a condom will not protect all areas of the skin--so be aware.
Answered 10/12/2017
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