Molluscum contagiosum causes small raised skin bumps from a viral infection. Many cases eventually clear without treatment, but lesions can persist or spread.
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Molluscum contagiosum causes small raised skin bumps from a viral infection. Many cases eventually clear without treatment, but lesions can persist or spread. A clinician can confirm whether the bumps fit molluscum and discuss observation or treatment based on age, location, symptoms and health history.
YCANTH contains cantharidin and is FDA-approved for molluscum in adults and children age 2 years or older. A trained healthcare professional applies it to selected lesions. It causes a local skin reaction and blistering; it is not a home-use liquid or a medicine to swallow. Ask the clinic about the treatment appointment and product supply.
Discuss painful or bothersome lesions, eczema around them, genital lesions or immune suppression. Bumps near an eye or an uncertain diagnosis need careful assessment. A clinician should assess genital lesions and any STI questions rather than assuming all bumps have the same cause.
The visit confirms the diagnosis and reviews treatment choices. If YCANTH is offered, the clinician explains where it can be applied, washing instructions, expected reactions and when another treatment may be considered. Treatment does not guarantee immediate clearance of every lesion or prevent all new bumps.
Do not scratch, pick or shave over bumps. Avoid sharing towels or items that contact the lesions. Bring a medicine and skin-treatment list. Follow the treating clinician's exact washing and skin-care instructions; do not use an internet protocol or another person's cantharidin product.
YCANTH must not contact the eyes, mouth or other mucosal surfaces and can be harmful if swallowed. Seek urgent help for eye exposure, accidental ingestion, a severe reaction or signs of infection. Pain and blistering should be explained before treatment so unexpected severity can be assessed.
Ask when to return and how to care for blisters. Contact the team for severe pain, infection concerns or reactions beyond the expected plan. Continued new lesions may require reassessment. The natural course, response and number of visits vary.
Confirm the diagnosis and treatment service, eligible ages, YCANTH availability and procedure charges before booking treatment. A consultation does not guarantee that a particular medicine will be used.
Clinician-applied cantharidin can cause blistering, redness and discomfort. The team should explain exact washing and skin-care instructions and when to call for a severe reaction. YCANTH is for selected patients age 2 or older and must not contact eyes or mucosa or be swallowed. Confirm the actual treatment and follow-up rather than using a home product.
YCANTH must not contact the eyes, mouth or other mucosal surfaces and can be harmful if swallowed. Seek urgent help for eye exposure, accidental ingestion, a severe reaction or signs of infection. Pain and blistering should be explained before treatment so unexpected severity can be assessed.
YCANTH (cantharidin) is FDA-approved for molluscum in adults and children age 2 or older. A trained healthcare professional applies it to selected lesions. It can cause blistering and must not contact eyes or mucosa or be swallowed. Confirm whether the selected clinic offers the treatment and follow-up before booking.
Choose care according to the problem and how urgently you need help. Urgent care assesses non-emergency illnesses and minor injuries.
