Hand, foot and mouth disease is caused by a virus. It presents with fever, mouth sores and hand-foot rashes.
HAND, FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE: - Coxsackie virus - Very contagious - It is common between 6 months and 5 years of age
SYMPTOMS: - Mild fever - Sores in the mouth (aphtha) - Rash on hands and feet - Loss of appetite - restlessness
NAVIGATION: - It passes in 7-10 days - Own limited disease - Complications are rare
INFECTION: - Airline - Fecal tract - Saliva - Shell liquid
TREATMENT: - Supportive treatment - Antipyretic - Pain relief - Soft foods - Plenty of fluids
HOME CARE: ✅ Drink plenty of water ✅ Soft, cold foods ✅ Mouth spray (doctor recommendation) ✅ Isolation (1 week)
WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR? - Symptoms of dehydration - High fever - Change in consciousness - Seizure
PREVENTION: - Hand washing - Disinfecting toys - Reducing contact with sick children