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Infectious & ParasiticMildContagious
Hand Foot and Mouth Disease
Pediatrics · Infectious & Parasitic
Mild
Severity
Very common — frequent outbreaks occur among young children, particularly those under 5 years old
Prevalence
Yes
Contagious
Pediatrics
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💊Treatment Options
- 1There is no specific antiviral treatment
- 2so management focuses on supportive care including adequate fluid intake to prevent dehydration
- 3pain relief with acetaminophen or ibuprofen
- 4and soothing measures for mouth discomfort such as cold foods or oral rinses. Most cases resolve on their own within a week to ten days without complications. Close monitoring for signs of dehydration or
- 5rarely
- 6more serious neurological complications is recommended
- 7with prompt medical attention if these develop.
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