Question
A nine-month-old child has contracted Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, with symptoms of rashes on hands and feet and oral lesions, as well as difficulty swallowing. Please inquire about information related to Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease.
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is caused by various types of enteroviruses, with Coxsackievirus A16 and Enterovirus 71 being the most common. This disease often occurs in children under the age of 5, characterized by painful oral sores, decreased appetite, slight fever, and the appearance of small blisters or ulcers on hands, feet, and in the mouth. It is advised to maintain good oral hygiene and use ribavirin spray for antiviral treatment.