low risk

Trichodysplasia spinulosa virus

TSPyV

When to seek urgent care: Usually mild; see a doctor if symptoms persist or worsen

Key facts

Family

Polyomaviridae

Type

DNA virus

Severity

Mild

Incubation

2-12 weeks

Vaccine

Limited

Est. cases tracked

918

Symptoms

Skin lesionsBumpsMild irritation

Transmission

Skin contact

Prevention

Avoid contact with lesionsHand hygiene

Treatment

Supportive care; symptom management

Related viruses (same family)

BK polyomavirus JC polyomavirus Merkel cell polyomavirus WU polyomavirus KI polyomavirus

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