Question
My child has discovered three red spots on his tongue today, two on his hands, and none on his feet. He keeps waking up during sleep and it’s been three days now. He had hand, foot, and mouth disease before; can he get it again?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is an infection caused by a virus. It is characterized by vesicular rashes on the mouth, hands, feet, knees, and buttocks. Most children become irritable, lose their appetite, and have a fever. Children who have had hand, foot, and mouth disease may get infected again. Pay attention to hygiene in everyday life.