Question
How long does it usually take for hand, foot, and mouth disease to recover? A child has been diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease today, with the main symptoms being maculopapular rashes, with the most pronounced symptoms in the genital area, not the varicella type. The current treatment includes oral and topical medications. How long does it generally take for this condition to ease?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a viral infectious disease caused by various enteroviruses, primarily affecting children under 3 years old. The main clinical manifestation of this disease is the appearance of maculopapular rashes and blisters on the hands, feet, and mouth. For mild cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease, the recovery time is approximately 7 to 10 days. If the condition is more severe, the recovery time may be longer, depending on the individual case.