Molluscum contagiosum in an immunocompromized patient

Age: 25 years
Gender: Male
Site: Genital area
Duration: 3 years
History:
* Asymptomatic papules since three years
* History of lymphoblastic lymphoma under chemotherapy since three years
Findings:
* Myriads of umbilicated flesh-colored papules involved the genital and surrounding area
* Similar lesions involved the chin
* No clinical evidence of other STDs
Investigations:
* Complete work up regarding lymphoma
* HIV antibodies were negative
Treatment:
Imiquimod (Aldara) 5% cream three times a week for 12 months gave good control and eradication of most lesions (together with improvement of lymphoma)