Do Children with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Always Have a Fever?

Question

My cousin’s daughter has developed some blisters on her hands, feet, and body, but she doesn’t have any other symptoms; she just has some blisters on her body and feet. Some people say it’s Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, but she doesn’t have a fever. Do children with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease always have a fever?

Answer

Not all patients with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease experience a fever. It is recommended that your cousin take her daughter to the pediatric department of the hospital for further diagnosis. If diagnosed with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, follow the doctor’s instructions for antiviral medication treatment, and ensure she drinks plenty of water, eats fruits and vegetables, and avoids greasy and spicy foods.