How to Diagnose Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

Question

How can you determine if a child has hand, foot, and mouth disease?

Answer

The main diagnostic criteria for hand, foot, and mouth disease include the appearance of blisters in the oral pharynx, on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, and on the buttocks, as well as possible neurological symptoms. It is recommended that parents take their children to the hospital for a check-up. If blisters are found in the mouth or other areas, blood tests should be conducted to confirm whether enterovirus 71 infection is present.