Question
A three-year-old child recently has a loss of appetite and complains of oral pain. The hospital diagnosed the child with hand, foot, and mouth disease, with oral ulcers and red spots on hands and feet. What is hand, foot, and mouth disease in children?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease in children is a contagious disease caused by a virus. Patients may develop red rashes or blisters on their hands and feet, as well as blisters and ulcers in the mouth. Some patients may also have fever symptoms. If a child is diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, it is recommended to avoid going out and to reduce contact with other children to prevent cross-infection.