Question
A five-year-old child has developed scattered blisters around the mouth and back, with some inside the oral soft palate. They started to have a fever last night and have not been treated yet. Could it be Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?
Answer
Blisters caused by Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease do not cause itching. It is a common infectious disease caused by various enteroviruses, primarily affecting infants and young children. Most patients have mild symptoms with acute onset, accompanied by fever. They may develop maculopapular rashes and blisters on the palms or soles of their hands and feet, as well as on the buttocks or knees. The rashes may be surrounded by inflammatory red circles, with less fluid in the blisters; there may also be scattered blisters on the oral mucosa, causing significant pain. Some children may also have symptoms such as coughing, runny nose, decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, and headaches. This disease is caused by viral infection, and there is currently no specific treatment method available.