Constant mask wearing can lead to skin problems for some people.

But, while you can attribute some issues like acne to face coverings, they're not always the culprit. Dr. Maria Hicks, a Bay area dermatologist, says that's not the case when it comes to molluscum.

"It's a virus," said Dr. Hicks. "It's a virus that is located on the skin, and it spreads very quickly."

"We actually see little bumps that are present on the face, on the trunk on the arms, legs, anywhere. And sometimes they can cause a little bit of itch or pain. They can get actually irritated," Dr. Hicks explained.

The condition is contagious.

"If I'm going to be touching he molluscum and I don't wash my hands, of course I can pass that along in other areas and in other people," said Dr. Hicks.

The infection is benign and considered by the CDC to be a mild skin disease.

Now, ForCare Medical Center in Tampa is conducting a clinical trial to learn about more about treatment options.

"To offer an extra tool that does not cause irritation that is not available yet, everything that we use either will hurt, will cause a blister and is just painful."

The CDC currently recommends different types of removal:

• Physical removal
• Oral therapy
• Topical therapy

To prevent spreading molluscum, the CDC recommends:

• Washing your hands
• Don't scratch/pick the lesions
• Keep lesions covered
• Don't share personal items