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
Molluscum contagiosum is caused by 
Select and explain. 
A. Pox virus, B. Varicella, C. Vaccinia, D. Herpes
A: Pox virus
Answer: A: Pox virus 
Explanation: Ans: a) Pox virusMolluscum contagiosum is seen in children and adults. It is characterised by pink o pearly white wart like nodules on the skin. Eosinophilic hyaline inclusion bodies called molluscum bodies are present Humans are the only susceptible hosts.Extra points:Certain inclusion bodies* Vaccinia - Guamieri bodies* Fowl pox - Bollinger bodies* Herpes, Yellow fever - Cowdry type A* Adeno, Polio - Cowdry type B