Symptoms and Treatment of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Question

Does hand, foot, and mouth disease appear first as a fever or a rash?

Answer

The symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease primarily include fever, along with red rashes or blisters appearing on the hands, feet, and mouth. The sequence of fever and rash may vary; sometimes fever comes before the rash, and sometimes they appear simultaneously. Timely antiviral treatment can help alleviate symptoms and shorten the duration of the illness. It is advisable to avoid taking children to crowded places to reduce the risk of infection.