Which of the following statements is true of both molluscum contagiosum and smallpox?
A) The causative agent is a large dsDNA virus with a complex capsid.
B) A genital form of the disease exists.
C) The rash forms fluid- filled vesicles that become pustules.
D) It has a morality rate of 20%.
E) A vaccine is available.

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Both molluscum contagiosum and smallpox are caused by large dsDNA viruses with complex capsids. Molluscum contagiosum is caused by a poxvirus, similar to the variola virus that causes smallpox.

Which of the Following Statements Is True of Both Molluscum