Hand foot and mouth disease
What is hand foot and mouth disease?
Hand foot and mouth disease is a. Highly contagious infection it's caused
By, viruses from the ender virus family most commonly the
Coxsackievirus, these viruses can
Spread from person to person through direct contact with unwashed hands or surfaces contaminated with feces it can
Also, be transmitted through contact with an infected person saliva stool or?
Respiratory, secretions hand foot and mouth disease is characterized
By, blisters or sores in the mouth and a rash on the hands and feet the infection can
Affect people of all ages but it usually occurs in children under age five
It is generally a mild condition that goes away on its, own within several days
What are the symptoms of hand foot and mouth disease
The, symptoms begin to develop three to seven, days, after the initial infection
This period, is known as the incubation period?
When symptoms do appear you or your?
Child, may experience a fever a poor appetite a sore throat a. Headache
irritability
Painful red blisters in the mouth a red
Rash on the hands and the soles of the feet a fever and sore throat are usually the first symptoms of hand foot and mouth
disease
The characteristic blisters and rashes show, up later usually one or two
Days, after the fever begins, what causes hand foot and mouth disease
hand foot and mouth disease is often caused, by a strain of
coxsackievirus most commonly
coxsackievirus a 16 the
coxsackievirus is part of a group of viruses called dendera viruses in
Some cases other types of endura viruses can. Cause hand foot and mouth disease
Viruses can, be easily spread from person to person you or your
Child, may contract-- hand foot and mouth disease through contact with an infected person's saliva
Fluid, from bliss
feces
Respiratory, droplets sprayed into the air after coughing or sneezing
Hand foot and mouth disease can
Also, be transmitted through direct contact with unwashed hands or a. Surface containing traces of the virus
Who is at risk for hand foot and mouth disease
Young children have the highest risk of getting hand foot and mouth disease
Risk increases if they attend daycare or school as viruses can, spread quickly in these facilities
Children, usually build up immunity to the disease after being exposed to the viruses that cause it this is why the condition rarely
Affects. People over age 10
However it's still possible for older children and adults to get the infection especially if they have weakened immune systems
How is hand foot and mouth disease?
Diagnosed a doctor can often diagnose hand foot and mouth disease simply by performing a
Physical exam they'll check the mouth and body for the appearance of blisters and rashes
The doctor will, also ask you or your
Child, about other symptoms the doctor may take a throat swab or stool sample that can be tested for the virus
This will allow them to confirm the diagnosis, how
Is hand foot and mouth disease treated in most cases
The infection will go away without treatment in seven to ten, days
however your doctor may recommend certain treatments to help, ease symptoms until the disease has run its course, these can include
Prescription or over-the-counter topical ointments to soothe blisters and rashes
Pain medication such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen to relieve headaches
Medicated syrups or lozenges to ease painful sore throats
Certain at-home treatments can, also provide relief from hand foot and mouth disease
Symptoms, you can, try the following home remedies to help, make blisters less
Bothersome suck on eyes or popsicles eat ice cream or sherbet
Drink cold beverages avoid
Citrus fruits fruit drinks and soda avoid spicy or salty foods
Swishing warm saltwater around in the mouth may, also help relieve the pain associated with
Mouth blisters and throat sores do this several times a day are as often as needed
What is the outlook for people with hand foot and mouth disease
You or your. Child should feel completely better within 5 to 7, days, after the initial onset of symptoms
reinfection is uncommon the body usually builds up immunity to the viruses that cause the disease
Call a doctor immediately if symptoms get worse or don't clear up within 10 days
in rare cases
Coxsackievirus can cause a medical emergency
How can hand foot and mouth disease be prevented?
Practicing good hygiene is the best defense against hand foot and mouth disease
Regular, hand washing can greatly reduce your risk of contracting this virus
Teach your children how, to wash their hands using hot water and soap hands should always be washed after using the restroom
Before eating and after being out in public
Children, should, also be taught not to put their hands or other objects in or near their mouths it's, also important to disinfect
Any common areas in your home on a regular, basis get in the habit of cleaning shared surfaces first with
Soap, and water then with a diluted solution of bleach and water you should, also disinfect toys
Pacifiers and other objects that may be contaminated with the virus
If you or your child, experience symptoms such as a fever or sore throat stay home from school or work
You should continue avoiding contact with others once the tell-tale blisters and rashes
Develop this can help you avoid, spreading the disease to others
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