Molluscum contagiosum virus
Molluscum contagiosum virus
Molluscum contagiosum virus (Molluscum contagiosum) is a virus that causes a skin disease known as molluscum contagiosum. The virus belongs to the Poxviridae family and is the only member of the Molluscipoxvirus genus.
Pronunciation
Molluscum contagiosum virus: /mɒˈlʌskəm kənˌteɪdʒiˈoʊsəm ˈvaɪrəs/
Etymology
The term "molluscum" is derived from the Latin word molluscus, meaning "soft", which refers to the characteristic soft, flesh-colored bumps caused by the virus. "Contagiosum" is derived from the Latin word contagiosus, meaning "contagious", indicating the highly infectious nature of the virus.
Description
The Molluscum contagiosum virus is a DNA virus that causes a common skin infection, primarily in children. The infection results in raised, pearl-like nodules or papules on the skin. It is spread through direct contact with an infected individual or by touching objects that have the virus on them.
Related Terms
- Poxviridae: The family of viruses to which the Molluscum contagiosum virus belongs.
- Molluscipoxvirus: The genus of the Molluscum contagiosum virus.
- Papules: Small, raised bumps on the skin caused by the Molluscum contagiosum virus.
- DNA virus: A type of virus that uses DNA as its genetic material, including the Molluscum contagiosum virus.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Molluscum contagiosum virus
- Wikipedia's article - Molluscum contagiosum virus
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