What are the first symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease?

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

Characterized by fever, oral ulcers, and herpes. Initial symptoms include low-grade fever, decreased appetite, discomfort, and often accompanied by sore throat. Oral ulcers appear 1-2 days after fever, starting as small red blisters and often turning into ulcers. Oral herpes is commonly found on the tongue, gums, and oral mucosa.