Question

Do red rashes on the ankle indicate Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

Answer

Red rashes on the ankle are not typically associated with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease. The characteristic rash of this condition usually appears on the soles of the feet rather than the ankle. These rashes might be caused by insect bites. It is recommended to use calamine lotion or dermatitis cream topically to alleviate symptoms. Additionally, with the presence of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease patients in schools, it is advisable to keep children away from contact with patients and consider not sending them to kindergarten recently. Return them to school after recovery. If you are concerned about your child being affected by Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, it is suggested that parents take their child to a specialist clinic for a follow-up consultation and receive treatment under the doctor’s guidance. In daily life, you can give your child some juice to aid digestion and vitamin intake to prevent gastrointestinal discomfort. We hope your child can recover soon!