Patient's question:
Children are particularly prone to hand, foot, and mouth disease due to poor hygiene, so I have been paying close attention to my child. However, I noticed some small pimples on his hands, and I’m very worried they might be hand, foot, and mouth disease. Could you please tell me what the symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease are?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is caused by infection with the Coxackie virus, which is a type of enterovirus. It is directly related to a weakened immune system and contact with infected patients. This disease leads to skin rashes, primarily manifesting on the hands, feet, and oral mucosa. Blood tests such as complete blood count (CBC) and C-reactive protein (CRP), or examination of secretions, are required for diagnosis. Antiviral medications and immunomodulators should be selected for treatment.