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Molluscum contagiosum lesions are typically benign and self-resolve, but they may trigger a surrounding eczematous dermatitis that may mimic other infections or an atopic dermatitis flare. We report a case of an 8-year-old boy with eczematous molluscum contagiosum whose eruption masqueraded as herpes simplex virus infection. The patient presented with a several week history of pruritic rash with bleeding and crusting, but careful examination revealed conventional umbilicated papules consistent with molluscum contagiosum. The dermatitis was managed with conservative skin care, low-potency corticosteroids, and topical antibiotics (for cracked skin\/open sores). 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