Question

How is hand, foot, and mouth disease caused? What are the main symptoms?

Answer

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, with main symptoms including: 1. Acute fever; 2. Small blisters appearing in the mouth, accompanied by significant pain; 3. Small blisters on the palms or soles of the feet, possibly with discomfort in the buttocks or knees; 4. The blisters are surrounded by redness and have less fluid; 5. Some patients may also experience symptoms such as coughing, runny nose, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and headache. It is recommended to closely monitor the patient’s symptoms, drink plenty of water, and seek medical advice if symptoms worsen or reappear.