My Husband Might Have Caught Hand Foot And Mouth But

Posted on Sat, 17 Nov 2018

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Question : My husband might have caught hand foot and mouth but we can’t tell for sure. My son had it a week ago and was cleared for his first birthday party.

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Hand foot and mouth disease is a contagious disease

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service.
I have gone through your query.

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a contagious disease and there is a possibility that your husband might have contracted it from your son.

It usually presents with bumps and superficial erosions in the oral cavity, feet and hands.
It is a self-limiting disease and only requires symptomatic treatment.

I hope to have answered your query.
I would be happy to answer any further queries.

Regards
Dr Asmeet

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