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Yesterday, a 10-month-old baby had a fever of over 38 degrees during the day, rising to 39.3 degrees in the evening. He was given Cephalosporin to reduce fever. The doctor observed blisters on the throat and suggested to observe the hands and feet for blisters. In the evening, I took a bath and found small red spots on my legs and feet. Q: Is this Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease?
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Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) usually occurs in the summer and fall and mainly affects children, especially in settings with a high concentration of infants and young children. Clinical symptoms include an initial fever and a slight drop in white blood cells, followed by maculopapular rashes and herpes in the mouth, hands and feet. The disease is relatively short-lived, and most often resolves within a week. However, it is uncertain whether it is HFMD and further diagnosis is required.