Hello I understand you’re worried about molluscum contagiosum and what it means for your health and future. Let me address your concerns clearly.
About Molluscum Contagiosum: It’s a viral skin infection—not an STD like HIV/Hepatitis. It’s contagious but treatable and doesn’t cause systemic disease.
Regarding your questions: 1. Blood testing again? Since your STD panel (Nov 25) was non-reactive and molluscum is a skin virus (not bloodborne), you don’t need repeat blood tests unless you have new concerns about other STDs. 2. Will medication clear it? Zitcare tablets + Kohtop lotion can help, but molluscum often requires: - Consistent application as directed - Sometimes multiple treatments - Patience (can take weeks to months) 3. Is it lifelong? No—your immune system eventually clears it, but it can take time and may recur if immunity is low. 4. Will it affect fertility or future sex? No—molluscum doesn’t affect fertility or sexual function. 5. Will you get other diseases from this? No—it’s a localized skin infection, not related to other STDs.
Follow your dermatologist’s instructions carefully. If it’s not improving in 4-6 weeks, return for reassessment.
Thank you and get well soon
The doctor has suggested to use Kohtop lotion. Is there any other medications to get this cleared? Or how long does it take to clear this using Kohtop lotion?
Ok doctor, since it’s near my genitals I’m bit worried about it. Will it be cleared completely or will it reoccur? Below I have pasted the test result which was done 3 months after the sexual contact and after that there is no sexual activity and got these bumps after 5 months of sexual activity. So is this conclusive or should I do any other tests?
Test Name,Result,Reference Range,Method ANTI HIV Ag/Ab Combo,0.150 (Non-reactive),< 1.00 Non-reactive,CMIA HBs Ag (Hepatitis B),0.320 (Non-reactive),< 1.0 Non-reactive,CMIA +1 ANTI HCV (Hepatitis C),0.100 (Non-reactive),< 1.0 Non-reactive,CMIA +1 Syphilis Antibody,Non-reactive,Non-reactive,Immunochromatography
Molluscum contagiosum is a common viral skin infection caused by the Molluscum contagiosum virus. It’s typically benign and self-limiting, which means it often resolves on its own over a period of months to a couple of years, though treatment can help speed up the process. This condition is not considered lifelong, as the virus does not stay dormant in your body like some other viruses (such as herpes). Because your dermatologist has already prescribed Zitcare tablets and Kohtop lotion, you should follow this treatment as directed, which should help manage the infection effectively. These treatments are intended to aid in reducing the skin lesions, but results can vary depending on individual response. Consistent application as advised, along with maintaining good hygiene, can be beneficial. There’s no general need for repetitive blood tests for Molluscum contagiosum itself unless otherwise directed due to potential co-existing issues. Since your STI tests were non-reactive recently, it’s less likely there’s an underlying STI issue unless you experience new symptoms or if there are other risk factors or exposures to consider.
This condition typically doesn’t affect long-term sexual health or fertility. Once the lesions are gone, they do not leave permanent scars and don’t usually have long-lasting effects on sexual function. However, as long as you have active lesions, it’s wise to take precautions like avoiding skin-to-skin contact to prevent spreading the virus or contracting additional infections. Molluscum contagiosum isn’t associated with serious long-term health risks, but if you experience any unusual symptoms or have concerns about other possible infections, it’s important to consult with a healthcare professional for further evaluation. Addressing Molluscum contagiosum is largely about managing symptoms and preventing transmission during active infection, and with appropriate care, most individuals recover without significant issues. Always make sure to complete any follow-ups as suggested by your healthcare provider to ensure complete resolution.
Since your dermatologist has diagnosed Molluscum contagiosum, there is no need to panic—this is a common, mild, and self-limited viral skin infection, not a dangerous or lifelong disease. It causes small, painless bumps in the genital or pubic area and spreads mainly through skin-to-skin contact, including sexual contact, but it is not a blood infection and does not affect fertility, internal organs, or future sexual health. Because it stays only in the skin, routine blood tests are usually not required, especially since your previous STI tests were non-reactive. The medicines your doctor prescribed (topical lotion and supportive treatment) help dry and clear the lesions, and most cases resolve within a few weeks to months; sometimes procedures like cryotherapy or cautery are used if bumps persist. Avoid shaving, scratching, or sexual contact until lesions clear to prevent spreading. In conclusion, this is a temporary and treatable skin condition, not lifelong, not harmful to fertility, and with proper care it should clear completely without long-term problems
The doctor has suggested to use Kohtop lotion. Is there any other medications to get this cleared? Or how long does it take to clear this using Kohtop lotion?
Hello dear See as per clinical history tests for hpv and hiv involvement ( sti and antigen test), the validity is for maximum 90 days. So no need to repeat them However they are not contagious The medication is quite effective In addition you may be given kohtop topical zinc based solution for improvement In addition in case of no improvement consult dermatologist for Excision Laser therapy Pdt therapy Regards
Test Name,Result,Reference Range,Method ANTI HIV Ag/Ab Combo,0.150 (Non-reactive),< 1.00 Non-reactive,CMIA HBs Ag (Hepatitis B),0.320 (Non-reactive),< 1.0 Non-reactive,CMIA +1 ANTI HCV (Hepatitis C),0.100 (Non-reactive),< 1.0 Non-reactive,CMIA +1 Syphilis Antibody,Non-reactive,Non-reactive,Immunochromatography
These are my results, are these conclusive or should I do any other tests doctor because I’m having Molluscum Contagious now?
Ok doctor, since these bumps are near my genitals I’m bit obnoxious about it. Does it affect any of my other health or will it reoccur again?
Hello dear See bring contagious so chances of spread can be there if Shaving is done Contagious cloth is used for cleaning hands However the impact is transient and not long lasting So if universal precautions (Avoid sexual intact Avoid auto inoculation Same cloth re use) Are taken them chances are less Regards
