Ocular manifestations of molluscum contagiosum, retrospective case series and literature review

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AimThe clinical features and treatment modalities of ophthalmic Molluscum Contagiosum (MC) are presented in this retrospective study.MethodsPatient characteristics, history, and ocular findings were recorded. Treatment was performed by extraction and curettage of the lesion by squeezing with a clamp or extirpation and cauterization of the base.ResultsTwenty patients had MC lesions of the eyelids. Hyperemia, lacrimation, and discomfort were the main complaints in 12 patients. Fourteen patients had eyelid margin lesions; follicular conjunctivitis was detected in 12 of them. Most of these patients had a history of unsuccessful treatment. In 50% of patients, there were also extraocular MC lesions. Complete treatment was achieved in 19, and relapse occurred in one case.ConclusionThe diagnosis of ophthalmic MC is easy and the treatment is cheap. It should be considered in the etiology of long-lasting follicular conjunctivitis or unresponsive cases, and the lid margins should be examined carefully.

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