Its sparked by a group ofvirusesand is transmitted through close contact.
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Do You or Your Child Have Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?
Sometimes, children also complain of stomach pain and might have a loss of appetite.
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Starting on day threeafter contracting the virus, those initial viral symptoms should start to go away.
Keep in mind that all HFMD signs may not be present, even if you’ve contracted it.
Some people only develop a couple of symptoms, while other people may experience each one.
In the United States, thepeak seasonsfor transmitting HFMD viruses are spring, summer, and fall.
Many cases of HFMD are mild and go away on their own within a week to 10 days.
It’s transmitted through bodily contact with saliva, feces, and contaminated surfaces.
In the meantime, treatment options focus on relieving symptoms with OTC therapies.
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