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Molluscum contagiosum is transmitted through close bodily contact, including sexual contact. It is also possible, but less likely, to acquire the molluscum virus by touch from objects (e.g. towels). Individuals who have repeated exposure to the molluscum contagiosum virus through skin-to-skin contact, have an increased risk of developing these papules.
