Question

My baby is crying continuously and refusing to eat, with several large blisters in her mouth. The doctor diagnosed it as Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease. I would like to learn more about Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in children.

Answer

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in children is a common infectious disease that typically presents with initial fever followed by rash and blisters on the mouth, hands, and feet. The course of the disease usually resolves within a week. The disease is mainly transmitted through food, respiratory droplets, and contact, so preventive measures mainly involve attention to dietary hygiene and avoiding the source of infection. During large-scale outbreaks, doctors can usually distinguish Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease from other similar diseases based on the patient’s age and symptoms. Although the disease is widespread, it is particularly prone to occur in summer and autumn and often spreads in crowded places like kindergartens.