Symptoms and Treatment of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Question

What are the symptoms of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

Answer

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is caused by the Coxsackie virus A16, with an incubation period of 3 to 5 days. Common symptoms include fever, oral ulcers, and skin rashes on the hands, feet, and sometimes in the mouth. Mild cases often heal on their own.