Question
What are the main symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is primarily caused by Coxsackievirus type 16 and Enterovirus 71, characterized by rashes on the mouth, hands, feet, and buttocks, which may or may not be accompanied by fever. If the child is in good spirits and not feverish, it is recommended to practice isolation and disinfection for two weeks and to observe with oral medications such as pediatric Erhaojiao or XieShuQing.