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HOW TO RECOGNIZE AND PREVENT Hand Foot Mouth Disease

Hand Foot Mouth Disease is either caused by Enterovirus 71 ( EV-71) or Coxackie virus. It is currently outbreak in Cambodia and other neighboring countries. It's important for you to know what are the symptoms of this dangerous infection and how to prevent from it.
Hand-Food-Mouth Disease (HFMD) simply tells that the disease is mainly affecting the Hand, Foot, and Mouth but also can occur on other parts of the body such as buttock. And it is affecting mainly children under age of 5.

The common symptoms of EV 71 infection are:


  • Sore throat, difficult to drink and eat
  • High fever
  • Blisters on the Hand, Foot, and Mouth 
  • Seizure and Breathing difficulty are the danger sign




The disease usually resolved by itself in about 5 to 7 days and only pain and fever control is indicated. However, If you see your child develops seizure or difficulty in breathing, transfer him/her to hospital immediately because it can kill your child within 12- 24hours.


What to do to prevent your children from this dangerous infection:
  • Wash your hand with soap frequently especially before and after touching your child
  • Wash your child's hand and mouth frequently
  • Do not touch any fluid from the blisters, or kiss
  • Keep your children away from those who are suspected of having EV-71 
  • Bring your child to hospital immediately if your child is having the above symptoms
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