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2 Weeks Ago I Began Having Unprotected Sexual Relations With
Question: 2 weeks ago I began having unprotected sexual relations with someone with molluscum contagiosum. Is it a guarantee that I will contract molluscum? Would love as much information as possible.
Brief Answer:
Molluscum contagiosum is a very easily spreading virus through intercourse.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Molluscum contagiosum is a very easily spreading virus through intercourse.
So, there is a high chance that you have contracted this virus through sexual intercourse.
Anyway, this is a benign infection, which usually goes away on its own.
So, you should not be worried about this virus because it usually has mild symptoms.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
Molluscum contagiosum is a very easily spreading virus through intercourse.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Molluscum contagiosum is a very easily spreading virus through intercourse.
So, there is a high chance that you have contracted this virus through sexual intercourse.
Anyway, this is a benign infection, which usually goes away on its own.
So, you should not be worried about this virus because it usually has mild symptoms.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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