Molluscum Contagiosum

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Molluscum Contagiosum is a common viral skin infection caused by the Molluscum contagiosum virus (MCV), a member of the poxvirus family. It presents as multiple small, dome-shaped, flesh-colored papules with a central dimple (umbilication). The infection spreads through skin-to-skin contact, contaminated objects, or autoinoculation by scratching. It is generally benign and self-limiting but may persist for months to years, especially in individuals with weakened immunity, atopic dermatitis, or frequent exposure (children, athletes). Lesions may become inflamed, itchy, or secondarily infected.

Homoeopathy manages Molluscum Contagiosum by enhancing the body’s vitality and immune response to fight the viral infection naturally. Remedies are selected based on the type of lesion, sensitivity of the skin, tendency for recurrence, associated itching or scratching, secondary infection, and individual constitution. Homoeopathic medicines help reduce lesion count, prevent new eruptions, decrease itching and infection risk, and support long-term immunity. The treatment is gentle, non-scarring, and individualized.

Natural Homoeopathic remedies to get rid of Molluscum Contagiosum

Raised, pearl-like papules – Thuja Occidentalis

Thuja is one of the leading remedies for all warty, nodular, or viral skin growths. Indicated when papules are shiny, pearly, and appear in clusters. Suited in individuals with oily skin, hypersensitivity, and tendency for recurring viral eruptions.

Umbilicated lesions – Calcarea Carbonica

For children or adults with multiple umbilicated papules, slow healing skin, and low immunity. Often associated with sweating, obesity, or sluggish metabolism.

Itching with burning – Sulphur

For itching that gets worse from warmth, bathing, or scratching. Suitable for individuals with unhealthy-looking skin and a tendency to develop recurring infections.

Painful, inflamed papules – Hepar Sulphuris

Useful when lesions become red, tender, or show signs of secondary bacterial infection. The skin is extremely sensitive to touch and cold.

Large, hard papules – Silicea

For slow-to-resolve, stubborn lesions in individuals with low immunity and chilly disposition. Helps in expelling the viral core.

Clusters of eruptions in children – Antimonium Crudum

Ideal for irritable children with multiple clustered papules and a history of digestive issues or white-coated tongue.

Lesions on face – Natrum Muriaticum

Used when eruptions occur predominantly on the cheeks, forehead, or around the lips, especially in sensitive, emotional individuals.

Lesions with dry, rough skin – Graphites

Indicated in patients with dry, cracked, or eczematous skin around and between lesions. Useful for those with a tendency to develop keloids or thickened skin.

Eruptions that ulcerate – Mercurius Solubilis

When papules tend to break down, ooze, or show ulcerative tendencies, especially with sweating and sensitivity to temperature changes.

Itching during night – Arsenicum Album

Severe itching worse at night, restlessness, burning sensations, and anxiety about health.

Lesions with surrounding redness – Rhus Toxicodendron

For inflamed, reddish, irritated papules associated with frequent scratching and restlessness.

Slow-healing lesions – Carbo Vegetabilis

Indicated in individuals with low vitality, sluggish circulation, and slow recovery from infections.

Moist papules – Petroleum

For moist or sticky papules, especially in dry skin individuals who worsen in winter.

Papules after scratching – Mezereum

When irritation leads to scratching, causing new lesions or crusting due to secondary infection.

Eruptions with thick white core – Kali Muriaticum

Suits cases where lesions have a visible white core and heal slowly.

Lesions that spread rapidly – Tuberculinum

For individuals with low immunity, recurrent infections, and fast-spreading lesions.

Recurring molluscum in children – Bacillinum

Indicated when lesions keep returning despite previous treatments and the child has a weak immune history.

Lesions in adults with oily skin – Natrum Sulphuricum

Useful in adults with greasy skin and eruptions appearing on the trunk or limbs.

Papules that bleed on scratching – Phosphorus

For easily bleeding, delicate papules in sensitive, weak individuals.

Burning after washing – Causticum

When washing or bathing makes the papules burn or smart. Also useful when lesions are near joints.

Stress-related flare-ups – Ignatia Amara

For emotional, sensitive individuals whose eruptions worsen during stress, grief, or emotional fluctuation.

Molluscum Contagiosum is a benign but sometimes persistent viral infection. Homoeopathic treatment helps shorten the disease duration, reduce lesion count, control itching and inflammation, and prevent recurrence by strengthening immunity. Individualized remedy selection provides safe, non-scarring, and effective long-term management, especially in children and sensitive individuals.