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Fever then no fever then fever again
Periodic fever (>100.4°F / 38°C)
Pain in the mouth
Rough rash in genital area
Remittent fever of 102.2°F / 39°C
Stomach was uncomfortable, then had a fever
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is herpangina?
A viral infection of the throat and mouth that causes throat pain and mouth ulcers. There is a risk of dehydration because the mouth hurts when drinking water.
Symptoms of herpangina
Fever
Spots in mouth
Throat redness
Mouth pain
Recent contact with sick people with similar symptoms
Questions your doctor may ask to check for herpangina
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose herpangina
Do you have a fever?
Do you have spots or boils in your mouth?
Do you have redness in your throat?
Do you have pain inside your mouth?
Are there people around you with the same symptoms?
Treatment for herpangina
This condition usually improves without treatment. The doctor may prescribe medicines to reduce discomfort and fever. If the child becomes dehydrated and refuses water, hospitalization may be necessary, and fluids may be given through a needle in the vein.
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References
Corsino CB, Ali R, Linklater DR. Herpangina. 2022 May 8. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2022 Jan–. PMID: 29939569.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK507792/
Chang YK, Chen KH, Chen KT. Hand, foot and mouth disease and herpangina caused by enterovirus A71 infections: a review of enterovirus A71 molecular epidemiology, pathogenesis, and current vaccine development. Rev Inst Med Trop Sao Paulo. 2018 Nov 8;60:e70. doi: 10.1590/S1678-9946201860070. PMID: 30427405; PMCID: PMC6223252.
https://www.scielo.br/j/rimtsp/a/ryQdvPjXrhmHBv99g4KhRXn/?lang=en
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