Molluscum contagiosum (MC) is a self-limiting viral infection caused by the molluscipox virus gene, affecting the skin and mucous membrane. MC usually affects children and adults who are immunocompromised or sexually active. Clinically, MC appears as small bumps (known as “mollusca”) on the skin and mucous membrane. In most cases, MC can be diagnosed clinically; however, in cases where diagnosis based on the clinical appearance is not possible, a histopathological examination can be used. Answer the following question on molluscum contagiosum. Which of the following inclusion bodies are seen in the histopathological section of molluscum contagiosum? A.
Toto bodies B. Cowdry type 1 bodies C. Henderson-Paterson bodies D. Negri bodies *This question is from the Editorial team of Docplexus and is meant for educational purposes only. Stay tuned, the answer will be posted soon! Source:…
