Question
The other morning, my child experienced abdominal discomfort and vomiting. That evening, their body temperature rose to 39.5°C. After taking fever-reducing medication, their temperature returned to normal, but they complained of throat pain. Since last night, my child has been complaining of an itchy bottom. Today at noon, I found blisters on the bottom of their feet, which are suspected to be hand, foot, and mouth disease. Will the blisters of hand, foot, and mouth disease cause itching?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, primarily affecting children under the age of 5. It commonly leads to the appearance of blisters on the hands, feet, and mouth areas, accompanied by symptoms such as fever, coughing, and runny nose. Based on your child’s symptoms, it may be caused by general rashes. It is recommended to visit a pediatrician for a check-up to determine the exact cause and receive appropriate treatment for peace of mind.