This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Virology, Subject name: Microbiology
Man is the primary host for which poxvirus? 
Select and explain. 
A. Monkey pox, B. Orf, C. Tanapox, D. Molluscum contagiosum
D: Molluscum contagiosum
Answer: D: Molluscum contagiosum 
Explanation: Ans. is 'd' i.e., Molluscum contagiosum (Ref: Ananthanarayan, 8th/e, 461)* Pox viruses affecting primarily human are Variola, Vaccinia and Molluscum contagiosum.* Monkey pox - Its primary host are rodents.* Orf - Its primary host is Sheep - Human infections are rare.* Tanapox - Its primary host are Monkeys - Human infections are rare.