🔍 What’s Happening? Likely HFMD
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is caused by the Coxsackievirus and affects mostly kids under 5. It spreads easily through saliva, blister fluid, or diaper changes—but it’s not related to foot-and-mouth disease in animals.
Classic Signs of HFMD:
Red spots or blisters on palms, soles, and sometimes buttocks
Painful mouth sores (on tongue, gums, cheeks)
Low-grade fever (101–103°F / 38.3–39.4°C)
Refusing to walk (due to painful foot blisters)
Irritability, drooling, or refusing food/drinks
💡 Good news: HFMD is not dangerous for most kids and resolves on its own in 7–10 days.
🚨 When to Seek Urgent Care (Go to ER or Urgent Care NOW)
While HFMD is usually mild, call a doctor or go to urgent care immediately if your child has:
