Hand, foot and mouth disease

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a common childhood illness that can affect adults. It usually clears up by itself in 7 to 10 days.

Check if it’s hand, foot and mouth disease
The first signs of hand, foot and mouth disease can be:

• a sore throat
• a high temperature, above 38C
• not wanting to eat
• After a few days mouth ulcers and a rash will appear.

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