Question
If a child has several blisters on their hands, can it be considered as hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is typically caused by the Coxsackie virus or enterovirus 71, characterized by rashes on the mouth and extremities, often accompanied by fever symptoms. If there are only blisters on the hands without other discomforts, and no rashes are seen in the mouth or feet, it may not necessarily be hand, foot, and mouth disease. It is recommended to closely monitor the child’s condition. If the child is diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, parents should seek medical assistance immediately, avoid self-medication, and provide the child with adequate care and attention to help with timely treatment.