Question

What are the differences between hand, foot, and mouth disease and pediatric exanthema?

Answer

Hand, foot, and mouth disease and pediatric exanthema are both acute infectious diseases caused by viral infections, primarily transmitted through droplets and contact. Hand, foot, and mouth disease primarily presents with blisters on the palms, soles, and mucous membranes of the mouth. In contrast, pediatric exanthema is characterized by fever and rash. Although the symptoms are similar, hand, foot, and mouth disease has a wider range of transmission routes, including respiratory and digestive tract transmission. As for treatment, both conditions are treated with antiviral therapy and can use medications such as ribavirin.