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A member asked:
My son has some spots on his torso. look like molluscum contagiosum from my research. is that correct. is it a sign of immunodeficiency?
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No: Molluscum is not a sign of immunodeficiency - it is contagious and anyone with a healthy immune system can get it.
Answered 8/6/2014
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Maybe/no: You asked 2 questions.Without an exam I cannot verify whether or not your assumption that this is molluscum is correct. Papular urticaria can have a similar appearance as can other conditions. Simple skin issues are seldom an indicator of any immune issue.Molluscum and warts both make an effort to avoid the bodies immune system by living in the superficial layers of skin.
Answered 8/6/2014
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