risk of catching hand, foot-and-mouth disease, a virus causing sores in the mouth and on the feet and hands.

Here's what you need to know about the disease

What is the disease of the hand, foot-and-mouth disease? 19659007] HFMD is most common in children under 5 years of age, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, although it may occur in adults. It is often confused with the foot disease of the mouth and from the mouth, a virus that affects only some livestock.

HFMD is the most common in East and Southeast Asia, according to the CDC.

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Symptoms of HFMD

A fever, a rash on the hands and feet, sores in the mouth. Reduced appetite, and sore throat are all common symptoms of Hand Mouth Disease, according to the CDC. A rash may also appear on the knees, elbows, buttocks or genital area.

A fever of 24 to 48 hours is often the first symptom of MMPB, according to the World Health Organization.

Hand, foot, mouth, disease treatment

Because there is no specific treatment for HFMD, the best way to treat it is to treat its symptoms, says the CDC. The organization suggests taking a pain reliever or using anesthetic spray for oral pain.

The CDC warns that the pain caused by mouth sores could make it difficult to drink water. Those with the disease should be monitored for dehydration.

Prevent Illness

There is currently no specific vaccine or treatment against MMPB, according to the CDC, which means that the best cure is not at all sickness.

HFMD is viral and spreads by contact with bodily fluids, including saliva, nose or throat discharge, blister fluid, or feces, according to the CDC. Frequent hand washing and avoidance of close contact with an infected person will help prevent MMPB.

For more information on the disease of the hand, foot and mouth, see the CDC fact sheet.

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