What Is Molluscum?
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8. Can Molluscum Be Prevented?
Unfortunately, there is only so much you can do to avoid coming in contact with molluscum. If you are an adult who plays sports or is constantly in close physical proximity to others, then you are more likely to develop the infection.
Still, it is possible to reduce the odds. Limit skin-to-skin contact as much as possible and always be thorough about laundering clothing and sheets. Allowing a wet towel to linger for too long in a bathroom can make it a breeding ground for all types of germs and bacteria.
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