Is This Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

Question

A child suddenly developed multiple red spots with white blisters on the buttocks, feet, and fingers at night. Could this be a symptom of hand, foot, and mouth disease?

Answer

The initial symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease typically include slight fever, decreased appetite, and malaise. Subsequently, there may be a sore throat or dry mouth, followed by the appearance of blisters on the oral mucosa surface that are 1-3 millimeters in size. These blisters may turn into ulcers within a few hours to 24 hours. Based on the description, the child’s condition does not rule out hand, foot, and mouth disease. It is recommended to go to the hospital for examination and treatment.