Molluscum contagiosum is a common viral skin infection of childhood that causes localised clusters of epidermal papules called mollusca. lluscum contagiosum mainly affects infants and young children under the age of 10 years. It is more prevalent in warm climates than cool ones, and in overcrowded environments. Adolescents and adults are less often infected.

Homeopathy has excellent scope in the treatment of Molluscum Contagiosum. The treatment is targeted towards the root of the illness and hence Homeopathy brings about lasting cure .Homeopathic treatment not only helps in getting rid of the existing molluscum contagiosum but it also helps in removing the tendency for this condition to recur. Also the method of healing of the molluscum is without the use of any surgical aids and hence it helps in preventing scarring.