Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a contagious viral illness that commonly affects children and causes fever, mouth sores, and a rash on the hands and feet.
HAND, FOOT & MOUTH IN NOVI, MI
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is usually caused by coxsackievirus and spreads easily in daycare and school settings. Most cases improve with supportive care, but painful mouth sores can lead to dehydration, especially in younger children.
🧒 COMMON SIGNS
→ Fever
→ Mouth sores
→ Rash on hands and feet
→ Sore throat
→ Poor appetite or drooling
⚕️ HOW WE HELP
✓ Confirm likely diagnosis
✓ Assess hydration
✓ Recommend pain and fever control
✓ Discuss fluids and soft foods
✓ School/daycare return guidance
✓ Rule out other rash illnesses
🚨 GO TO ER IF:
→ Signs of dehydration
→ Trouble breathing
→ Severe lethargy
→ Stiff neck or persistent severe headache
COMMON QUESTIONS
Where can my child be evaluated for hand, foot, and mouth disease in Novi?
PrimeCare Urgent Care evaluates pediatric rashes and fever at 39555 W. Ten Mile Road, Suite 301, Novi, MI. Walk-ins are welcome.
Is hand, foot, and mouth disease treated with antibiotics?
No. It is viral, so antibiotics do not help. Treatment focuses on hydration, fever control, and comfort.
How long is hand, foot, and mouth contagious?
Children are often most contagious during the first week, but the virus can shed longer. Good handwashing and avoiding close contact during fever or active symptoms helps reduce spread.
When should I worry about mouth sores?
Come in if your child is not drinking, has fewer wet diapers or urination, seems very tired, or has severe pain.
PRIMECARE URGENT CARE
Located at 39555 W. Ten Mile Road, Suite 301, Novi, MI 48375. We care for adults and children with many common urgent care needs.
