Is the itchy bumps on your body hand, foot, and mouth disease?

Patient's question:

Since yesterday, I've been itchy, and later red bumps appeared on my stomach, back, hands, and feet. They are small, about 1 centimeter, and some are larger, about 2 centimeters, and they are slightly swollen.

Doctor's answer:

There are many reasons, such as hives, eczema, dermatitis, drug rash, prurigo, neurodermatitis, insect bites, and photosensitive dermatitis, etc. Oral medications like Chlorpheniramine tablets, Vitamin C tablets, and Spiramycin tablets can be taken. Avoid spicy, irritating, greasy, and hot foods.
The causes of hand, foot, and mouth disease are numerous. If a child is diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, parents need to cooperate with the doctor in active treatment, support gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. The child should maintain a balanced diet and avoid irritating and cold foods.

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