Is there a way to get rid of these?

Came down with molluscum 4 months ago... any way to get rid of this?

• I came down with MC back in January. I noticed it and started picking at it on my arm. It then spread to my right hand. There's 4 bumps on my arm and like 6 on my right hand. There's one massive one that people notice and I can't wear rings or else people will get disgusted. Here's a pic <br><br>Howhttp://imgur.com/whcfp<br><br>How the **** do I get rid of this? I used to pick at it before I knew what it was and it just ended up bleeding so I thought it was nothing bad. I thought it was a wart, so I tried freezing it off about 5 times. I went to the doctor and she told me it was MC and tried to freeze it off and said it would go away. Now 6 weeks later it's exactly the same, except i've frozen it 10-15 times since then and it actually did come off (had to peel the dead part) but now it's just pink and looks like it's growing...<br><br>I have no idea how I contracted this. I played varsity football during the fall. I got a staff infection from the field in two different areas (both of which I peeled off before I knew.) We also had to take morning showers after morning practice. We didn't share showers so I don't know where I'd get it. I didn't Jacuzzi with people or go to pools during fall 2011 or January. So either it was from the field (I always wore gloves) or the shower? not sure. Even in wrestling season I didn't get any of this **** in 2010. No staff, no skin infections, nada. Even though everyone else did, I didn't<br><br>So is there ANY way I can get rid of the large bump on my knuckle? It's horrifying. I don't care if I have to take a knife and cut it out. Any medication? Freezing is absolutely pointless. Also, I just read that you need to keep it covered. I've been intimate with a few people since 2012 and I've been in plenty of jaccuzis but I haven't heard of anything getting the MC. Also, could I have a weakened immune system? In the past 30 months or so I've had H1N1, Mono, staff, the flu again sometime. I get a cold every 3-4 weeks as well. I'm healthy, I've always done sports throughout high school and I eat right.

• Answer:

  Eagle, I've been through a similar experience. Each time the dermatologist froze the surface, only the surface part of the MC was killed, but NOT the deeper base where the MC virus lived. It kept growing back.Finally, when I challenged the dermatologist, he finally injected some local anesthetic and carved out the BASE. Now, years later, I remain free of MC, thank goodness. Molluscum contagiosum results from an infection by the molluscum contagiosum virus — a member of the poxvirus family. This virus spreads easily through: direct skin-to-skin contact, contact with contaminated objects, such as toys, doorknobs and faucet handles, and sexual contact with an infected partner Scratching or rubbing the papules spreads the virus to nearby skin, as can shaving. For people with a normal immune system, molluscum contagiosum resolves without treatment within six to 12 months, though it can sometimes take years to disappear completely. It may take longer for the condition to disappear in children whose immune systems aren't fully developed and in adults with compromised immune systems. Because MC spreads easily, doctors often recommend medical treatment, especially for adults. Treatment for molluscum contagiosum may include removal of the papules by: Scraping (curettage), Freezing (cryotherapy), or Laser therapy These treatments can be painful, so a topical anesthetic can be prescribed before these procedures to lessen discomfort. To help prevent the spread of the virus: Wash your hands. Keeping your hands clean can help prevent spreading the virus. Avoid touching, rubbing or scratching the papules. Shaving over the infected areas also can spread the virus. Don't let other people use your personal items. This includes clothing, towels, hairbrushes or other personal items. Refrain from borrowing these items from others as well. Avoid sexual contact until the papules are treated and have completely resolved. Cover the papules if there is a possibility that another person may come in contact with infected skin. DON'T GIVE UP!