Microbiology
A pox virus. Also called water warts, but spread in pools is unproven. There are 4 types of MCV, MCV-1, 3 and 4. MCV-1 is the most prevalent and MCV-2 is seen in adults and is often sexually transmitted.
Epidemiologic Risks
Found in humans all over the world and spread by contact. Very infectious.
Syndromes
Papules with umbilication (a little belly button), often seen on the skin of HIV patients.
In normal hosts, usually kids, it goes away in a year or so.
Treatment
Liquid nitrogen or other mechanical removal; often improves with the improvement of the immune system.Notes
It is closely related to a horse virus. Did we get it from riding horses/donkeys?
Last update: 05/05/18