Patient's question:
My child has recently been saying that there has been an outbreak of hand, foot, and mouth disease lately. I want to know what hand, foot, and mouth disease is.Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common illness among infants and young children. It is characterized by fever, mouth ulcers, and blisters. The initial symptoms include high fever, loss of appetite, and often accompanied by sore throat. Mouth ulcers typically appear 1-2 days after the fever, starting as small red blisters that often turn into ulcers. Mouth blisters are commonly found on the tongue, gums, and oral mucosa. 1-2 days later, maculopapular rashes may appear on the skin, some of which are blister-like. These rashes are uncommon on the palms and soles but can also be seen on the buttocks. It is important to seek medical attention from a reputable dermatological hospital for examination and treatment as soon as possible. To prevent the spread of hand, foot, and mouth disease, children must pay attention to environmental and personal hygiene.