Question
Does Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease always cause fever?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, which can lead to infection from many different types of viruses. Most common cases of the disease present with symptoms such as fever, pain, and discomfort. However, not all patients will have a fever, and a few may rapidly develop severe conditions like meningitis or encephalitis. Wishing all patients a swift recovery!