What causes hand, foot, and mouth disease?

Patient's question:

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Doctor's answer:

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, commonly occurring in children under the age of 5. It can cause blisters on the hands, feet, and mouth, and in some cases, complications such as myocarditis, pulmonary edema, and aseptic meningitis and encephalitis may occur.