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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease

Internet URL

http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvrd/revb/enterovirus/hfhf.htm  

Sponsoring Agency

National Center for Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Description

Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a common illness of infants and children. It is characterized by fever, sores in the mouth, and a rash with blisters.

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Review Date

3/21/2007

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