Question
Last Tuesday morning, I felt an upset stomach and vomiting. That night, I had a high fever of 39.5°C. After taking fever-reducing medicine, my body temperature returned to normal, but I had a sore throat. The doctor said it was Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease. Does this disease cause itching? What are some ways to relieve the itching?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a common infectious disease that occurs most frequently in children aged 2 to 10, particularly those under 5 years old. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease rarely causes itching symptoms and has an incubation period of 3 to 7 days. Before the onset of the disease, you may experience symptoms such as low-grade fever, headache, and loss of appetite. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease usually appears on the skin within 1 to 3 days of illness. The initial stage is red macules, which quickly develop into blisters measuring 2 to 4 millimeters in size. These blisters are thin and translucent with a red halo around them and can burst to form an ulcerated surface. If you suspect you have Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, it is recommended to go to the hospital for relevant checks for a confirmed diagnosis. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease needs to be differentiated from other diseases such as erythema multiforme, herpangina, and chickenpox. During treatment, it is important to take proper isolation measures and adopt symptomatic treatment. If you feel uncomfortable or have other questions, you can consult your doctor for more detailed advice.