Hand, foot and mouth Flashcards
1
Q
What is the causative organism for hand, foot and mouth disease
A
Coxsackie A virus
2
Q
Presentation of hand, foot and mouth disease
A
Starts with a viral URTI - coryzal symptoms
After 1 – 2 days small mouth ulcers appear
Followed by blistering red spots across the body
Painful mouth ulcers on tongue
Rash may be itchy
3
Q
Investigations for hand, foot and mouth disease
A
Clinical diagnosis
Can do skin swab - PCR
4
Q
Management for hand, foot and mouth disease
A
Supportive treatment
5
Q
How long does the rash last for
A
A week to 10 days
6
Q
Advice about hand, foot and mouth disease
A
Highly contagious - avoid sharing towels and bedding, washing hands and careful handling of dirty nappies.
7
Q
Complications of hand, foot and mouth disease
A
Dehydration
Bacterial superinfection
Encephalitis
