Question
Is oral herpes the same as hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Oral herpes is a contagious disease caused by enteroviruses, commonly affecting infants and children, and can lead to blisters on the hands, feet, and mouth. In some cases, patients may develop complications such as myocarditis, pulmonary edema, and aseptic meningitis. The causes of hand, foot, and mouth disease are diverse. If a child is diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, parents should cooperate with the doctor for immediate treatment, including gastrointestinal decompression, and develop good hygiene habits. Parents should also be cautious not to allow their children to develop picky eating habits and should have a balanced diet.