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Molluscum contagiosum
- A pox virus that infects children frequently
- Usually self limited but can become persistent
- If involves the eyelid can lead to conjunctivitis and keratitis
- Most treatments for non-periocular infections involve toxic substances that are not ideal for eyelid skin or inadvertent contact with ocular surface
http://www.eyedolatryblog.com/2016/01/theres-bump-on-my-eyelid-molluscum.html
Periocular Treatment
- Incision and Curettage
- should try to curette all lesions not just those on the eyelids
- Topical adapalene 0.1% gel
- an over the counter treatment for acne
- Clear nail polish