Herpes simplex virus is characterized by grouped, burning, painful blisters on an inflamed base which crust over days. These lesions are usually one-sided and predominantly located around the mouth, genitals, and buttocks. This condition can spread by direct contact and recur in the future, especially during emotionally stressful periods and exposure to direct sunlight. Treatment options include anti-viral medications such as valacyclovir.
These lesions are small, firm, flesh colored bumps with an indented center. They can appear anywhere on the body and spread by physical contact. Molluscum contagiousum can be treated at New Bloom Dermatology with liquid nitrogen or cantharidin. Patients with this condition should avoid shaving the affected area or sharing personal products such as towels to prevent the spread of this condition.
Also known as varicella zoster virus, shingles is characterized by grouped, burning, painful blisters on an inflamed base which crust over days. These lesions are usually one-sided and predominantly located on the trunk and can occasionally occur on the face. This condition can spread by direct contact and recur in the future, especially during emotionally stressful periods and exposure to direct sunlight. Treatment options include anti-viral medications such as valacyclovir. Adults over the age of 50 years old can consult with their primary care doctors to receive the herpes zoster vaccine.
Warts are caused by different subtypes of Human Papilloma Virus (HPV). They appear as rough bumps occasionally with black dots and spread by physical contact. Common warts or verruca vulgaris are usually located on the hands, feet, knees, and elbows while genital warts or condyloma acuminatum are located on the penis, anus, and vagina. Rarely, aggressive warts can evolve into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options include in-office liquid nitrogen treatments. More aggressive cases of common warts can also be treated by cantharidin or bleomycin injections at New Bloom Dermatology. Individuals with warts on the vagina and anus are recommended to have a pap smear and anoscopy, respectively, performed by a specialist. Patients can consult with their primary care doctors about receiving the HPV vaccine. Furthermore, patients with warts should avoid shaving the affected area to prevent further spread.
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