Paediatric
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease
Common childhood viral illness with mouth ulcers and palm/sole rash.
Overview
Common childhood viral illness with mouth ulcers and palm/sole rash.
Also known as: hfmd, coxsackie
In-depth guidance
A structured clinical overview of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease — symptoms, red flags, causes, and care pathways — is being prepared by our clinical reviewers. In the meantime:
⚠ When to seek urgent care
Sudden severe symptoms, breathing difficulty, chest pain, confusion, fainting, severe bleeding, or any rapidly worsening illness need urgent assessment. Call your local emergency number.