Is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Severe?

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a disease caused by enteroviruses, primarily affecting the hands, feet, mouth, and hip joints. Although it usually clears up on its own within a week, it’s important to take isolation measures to prevent cross-infection, and to practice oral hygiene, manage fever appropriately, and stay hydrated. Symptomatic treatment can be administered if the child is in good spirits and does not have persistent symptoms such as fever or seizures.
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