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Molluscum Contagiosum STD Introduction

Introduction

Molluscum contagiosum is caused by is a large double-stranded DNA virus that replicates entirely within the cytoplasm of keratinocytes. It is a member of the family Poxviridae and does not develop latency like the herpes virus. The virion colony is encased in a protective sac that prevents triggering of the host immune response.