Hand, foot and mouth disease is caused by viruses, including Coxsackie virus A16 and Enterovirus 71 (EV71). Symptoms include fever, blisters on the palms of the hands, soles of the feet and inside the mouth.

The causative agent of hand, foot and mouth disease is Enterovirus 71 (EV71) and Coxsackie virus A16, which undergoes 4 clinical stages. The disease can cause many dangerous complications such as encephalitis, meningitis, and myocarditis if not treated promptly.

Hand, foot and mouth disease is a contagious disease caused by a virus. The disease has 4 levels. In case a child has level 1 hand, foot and mouth disease, it will not cause dangerous complications. However, active treatment is needed to help the child recover quickly.