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Viral skin growths are common—but that doesn’t mean they should be ignored. At Hilton Dermatology + Aesthetics, our board-certified dermatologists Dr. Sophia V. Mai, Dr. Ashton Taylor Hilton, and Dr. Deborah Caruso Hilton, diagnose and treat molluscum and warts with precision and compassion. These contagious skin conditions can affect both children and adults, often spreading easily without prompt treatment. Whether you’re managing stubborn hand warts, plantar warts, clusters of molluscum bumps, or other dermatological conditions, our dermatologists offer medical and procedural options to restore clear, healthy skin.

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Understanding Molluscum and Warts

Molluscum and warts are viral skin infections that cause raised, sometimes rough or domeshaped bumps. Both conditions are spread by direct contact or through shared items such as towels, razors, or gym equipment.

While molluscum contagiosum is caused by a poxvirus and often appears as smooth, pearly papules, warts result from infection with the human papillomavirus (HPV) and have a rougher texture. Each requires different treatment to prevent recurrence and reduce the risk of spreading to others.

Our dermatologists evaluate each case of molluscum and warts to confirm the diagnosis and create an individualized treatment plan suited to your skin type and age.

Molluscum Contagiosum: Recognizing and Treating a Common Viral Rash

Molluscum contagiosum is a frequent viral skin infection, especially in children and those with sensitive or compromised skin. It presents as small, dome-shaped bumps with a central dimple and may appear anywhere on the body.

This type of lesion can multiply or spread through scratching or shaving. While molluscum can clear on its own, treatment by a dermatologist helps prevent spread and minimizes scarring or post-inflammatory discoloration.

Our dermatologists provide safe, effective treatment options for molluscum and warts, including topical therapies, cryotherapy, or gentle lesion removal when needed.

Common Wart Types: Identifying the Differences

Warts come in several forms, each caused by a strain of HPV. Understanding the type of wart helps guide effective treatment.

  • Common warts: Rough, raised growths typically on hands, fingers, or knees.
  • Plantar warts: Hard, painful warts that grow inward on the soles of the feet.
  • Flat warts: Smooth, flat-topped lesions often seen on the face, arms, or legs.
  • Filiform warts: Threadlike projections that develop on the eyelids or around the mouth.
  • Periungual warts: Appear near nails and can distort nail growth.

Because warts are contagious and can spread through skin contact, timely treatment helps stop further transmission. Hilton Dermatology + Aesthetics offers a range of medical and procedural options for molluscum and warts to ensure comfort and long-lasting results.

Treatment Options for Molluscum and Warts

Professional treatment ensures safe and effective clearance of these viral lesions. Depending on your diagnosis, our dermatologists may recommend:

  • Cryotherapy: Freezing with liquid nitrogen to destroy viral tissue.
  • Cantharidin application: A painless blistering treatment especially useful for children.
  • Topical therapies: Including prescription-strength salicylic acid, retinoids, or immunemodulating creams.
  • Laser treatment: For stubborn or recurrent molluscum and warts resistant to other methods.
  • Curettage: Gentle lesion removal under sterile conditions.

Each treatment plan for molluscum and warts is customized to minimize discomfort, reduce recurrence, and preserve healthy surrounding skin.

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When to See a Dermatologist for Molluscum and Warts

Because molluscum and warts can mimic other skin conditions or spread quickly, professional evaluation is important. You should schedule an appointment if you notice:

  • Bumps that grow, change, or spread to new areas
  • Pain, bleeding, or irritation
  • Lesions on the face, genitals, or around the nails
  • Persistent warts that do not respond to over-the-counter treatment

At Hilton Dermatology + Aesthetics, our dermatologists take time to explain each treatment option, discuss prevention, and ensure you understand how to protect yourself and your family from reinfection.

Molluscum and Warts in Children

Children are especially prone to molluscum and warts because of their developing immune systems and frequent skin contact during play. At Hilton Dermatology + Aesthetics, we provide gentle, child-friendly care designed to minimize anxiety while achieving effective results.

Our pediatric dermatology approach ensures that molluscum and warts are treated safely with methods appropriate for young skin.

Why Choose Hilton Dermatology + Aesthetics for Molluscum and Warts

When it comes to molluscum and warts, expertise and consistency matter. Our board-certified dermatologists personally oversee each case, ensuring accurate diagnosis and treatment using the most up-to-date dermatologic methods.

Patients throughout Slidell and the Northshore trust Hilton Dermatology + Aesthetics for:

  • Board-certified physician-led care for all molluscum and wart treatments
  • Precise, evidence-based therapies tailored to the patient’s needs
  • Access to advanced options like cryotherapy, laser therapy, and immunotherapy
  • Personalized care for both adults and children

Our team’s priority is clear communication, patient comfort, and complete resolution of each case of molluscum and warts.

Comprehensive Skin Care Beyond Molluscum and Warts

In addition to treating molluscum and warts, Hilton Dermatology + Aesthetics provides expert care for a full range of common skin concerns—including acne, psoriasis, rosacea, eczema, actinic keratosis, and skin cancer. We also perform thorough skin cancer screenings, mole and cyst removals, and offer ongoing dermatologic management for chronic conditions.

Whether you’re seeking treatment for molluscum and warts or another skin condition, our team in Slidell, LA, is here to deliver the highest standard of care with precision, compassion, and lasting results.

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