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Revision as of 18:22, 23 April 2014
Background
- Caused by coxsacke virus
- Most frequently in children, but can occur in all age groups
Clinical Features
- Brief prodrome w/ low fever, anorexia, sore mouth
- Oral lesions appear 1-2d later
- Vesicles on erythematous base
- Painful
- Hand/foot lesions
- Red papules that change to gray vesicles
Differential Diagnosis
Workup
- None (clinical diagnosis)
- If unsure, see Pediatric Fever
Management
- No specific therapy; self-limited
Disposition
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