Let it clear on its own if lesions are few and not bothersome
Avoid scratching, picking, or shaving over lesions
Keep lesions covered with clothing or bandages
Wash hands after touching affected skin
Do not share towels, razors, clothing, or sports equipment
Avoid close skin-to-skin contact until lesions resolve
Use over-the-counter pain relief if lesions are irritated
Apply a topical treatment prescribed by a clinician
Use cantharidin in a medical office
Use cryotherapy to freeze lesions
Use curettage to remove lesions
Use laser treatment in selected cases
Treat eczema around lesions with a clinician-recommended moisturizer or steroid
Seek medical care if lesions are widespread, painful, infected, or near the eyes
Seek medical care if you are immunocompromised, pregnant, or treating a young child