Experts Warn Hand, Foot, And Mouth Disease Cases Are Rising, And Here Are The Early Signs

Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is a fairly common illness that primarily affects children under five years of age but can also affect adults. The disease is usually harmless but in very rare cases, the disease can develop into viral meningitis. 

Health experts are warning that 2016 has been characterized by a noticeable rise in the number of HFMD cases and asks everyone, especially those with young children, to become aware of the symptoms of the disease. 

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Health officials in many parts of the United States have noted an increase in hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) cases in 2016. 

The West Central Health District in Georgia has issued a warning that cases of HFMD have been on the rise this November.

That’s not the only place, though. 

Kent County, Michigan was also hit with an increase in HFMD cases in June of this year. So what are the signs and symptoms to look out for, and what is the risk to children or even adults?

The number one symptom of this disease is the appearance of flat, red and painful sores on many parts of the body.

The most visually shocking symptom associated with HFMD is the sores that accumulate around the mouth. 

Some of the most painful sores can be located on the roof of the mouth. 

Daycare centers often put up warnings when children in their care have or had HFMD as it is highly contagious during the first week of infection. 

There are several other markers of the disease…