Have you ever had HFMD (Hand Foot Mouth Disease) Right now is HFMD season, be very careful!

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Have you ever had HFMD (Hand Foot Mouth Disease) Right now is HFMD season, be very careful!

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Contributor: K101 K101
Well, unfortunately we found out our precious angel has Hand Foot Mouth Disease. I hate it! She apparently picked it up from another kid last week. I first noticed she was teething about 3 days ago & we were going to go to the ER & we were sure it was only teething until it didn't get better and she developed small rashes on her feet. Yep, it was HFMD! And yesterday one of the boys who's 11 started complaining of a sore in his mouth. He was sure it was caused from "that stupid mouth wash" I made him use. I looked at it, told him it was a lie bump and later today it got worse and so did the others. He went to the Dr. and was diagnosed with strep. We didn't find out the girl had HFMD until later tonight so we didn't know that was his problem too.

Apparently this is the season for HFMD and the numbers have doubled since last year! Scary! I am a little paranoid since when the baby's been sick so she's kissed and hugged all over me and yesterday I drank after the boy who I suspect has it as well. The Dr. said it's strep, but I'm afraid it's HFMD.

Anyways, have any of you ever had it? The symptoms usually show up within 2 days and people over 10 usually don't tend to get it like children. I figure by the morning I'll either have it or not. So far, I'm good! Also, you're not contagious after 24 hours and after the fever's gone. (Just a little tip.)

Any suggestions on relieving the poor children's pain? OTC meds are supposed to be good and after about 7-10 days you're better, unless you've got a different type of virus that can cause more serious damage.

Are any of you aware of the outbreak and has anyone been taking extra care to keep it away? I wish we'd have known it was HFMD season. To those of you like us, who weren't aware, definitely remember to keep the kids very clean and away from those who have it.
Answers (public voting - your screen name will appear in the results):
I have had HFMD and I will leave my suggestions,etc. in a comment.
I have had HFMD and don't care to share.
I've had it and so have my children.
I've never had it, but my children have.
K101 , padmeamidala , shySEXXaddict
3
Never heard of it.
MaryExy , Shellz31 , JessCee , Coralbell , Miss Morphine , Taylor , A Closet Slut (aka nipplepeople) , l'amour , Beck , playtimeohsofun , froggiemoma , boobookittyfuk , sarki , The-IT-Guy-And-My-Secretary , anonymouse58 , Rhazya , Lummox , Hadespark , haley730 , darthkitt3n , indiglo , Starkiller87 , EdenG , potstickers , bayosgirl , IslandGoddess
26
I don't have children, but know someone else who's had it.
Tori Rebel , LostBoy988
2
I don't have children and do not know anyone who's had it.
MaryExy , Shellz31 , ThoughtsAblaze , Taylor , A Closet Slut (aka nipplepeople) , sumie , ZenaidaMacroura , toxie m , darthkitt3n , indiglo , EdenG , El-Jaro , Honooko
13
I've had it before.
Other? (sorry if I left anything out.)
Rossie , P'Gell , Kim! , PassionQT , Kdlips , unfulfilled , Yaoi Pervette (deleted)
7
Total votes: 51 (44 voters)
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Contributor: Shellz31 Shellz31
I've heard of plenty of other things, but never heard of this before. Perhaps we don't have that over here.
07/18/2011
Contributor: Rossie Rossie
I don't have any experience with HFMD, but found this from the CDC site:

Can HFMD Be Treated?
There is no specific treatment for HFMD. Fever and pain can be managed with over-the-counter fever reducers/pain relievers, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. In addition, individuals with HFMD should drink enough fluids to prevent dehydration (loss of body fluids).

Hope your children will get better soon!
07/18/2011
Contributor: K101 K101
Quote:
Originally posted by Rossie
I don't have any experience with HFMD, but found this from the CDC site:

Can HFMD Be Treated?
There is no specific treatment for HFMD. Fever and pain can be managed with over-the-counter fever reducers/pain relievers, such as ... more
Well thank you hon! It's strange how I came across your comment here. I had written this poll/discussion several hours ago, but didn't come back to check it. I had actually saw one of your discussions about getting to know people before getting into a relationship and liked what you said. So I went to your profile and followed ya & realized you're recent activity said you had left a comment here! How cool.

Anyways, your info was helpful and very correct too. That's exactly what my dr. papers said on the HFMD. I hate this stuff! Lol. Ibuprofen is good. I've been using motrin for now and tylenol, but the tylenol does not seem to be helping them at all! I'll pick up ibuprofen asap. The Dr. prescribed some meds for the girl, it has hydrocodone! Ahh! She's been feeling much better though. The others aren't as bad as she is so I think I'll just try OTC Ibuprofen like you suggested.

Oh, and lots of powerade! Lol. Thanks so much for your help.
07/18/2011
Contributor: K101 K101
Quote:
Originally posted by Shellz31
I've heard of plenty of other things, but never heard of this before. Perhaps we don't have that over here.
Maybe not. I live in Georgia and I actually never heard of it until last year reading a medical book when the baby was first born. I never thought any of us would actually get it though! Lol. I sure hope no one else does.
07/18/2011
Contributor: P'Gell P'Gell
I couldn't answer the poll, as I have my own children and although they have never had this illness, some of my friend's kids have, as have patients.

Basically, it runs it's course. It can be painful, so either OTC pain relievers or even a little codeine if the doctor wants to prescribe it can be used. I have friends who have used special mouth washes, used for mouth sores. Also, some people put liquid antacid on the sores to help protect them. Wear nytril or vinyl gloves while doing this and wrap any Q Tips used to apply medication, because adults can get it, even though they usually don't due to stronger immune systems than children have.)

It seems to occur in mini epidemics. We've had day care centers shut down in our area due to it (all the better IMO, as it's so contagious.) It's an enterovirus, distantly related to both chicken pox and polio. But, it is not as severe as either of these.

Some kids run a mild fever, make sure if the fever is high they see the doctor again, as your step kids could get bacterial infections in the sores. Just keep an eye on them. Avoid citrus fruit, too much salt and anything that will irritate the sores. Usually the situation runs it's course in a week to 10 days.

Also, keep them hydrated, sterilize cups, flatware, plates, bowls etc that they use. They shouldn't be kissing anyone until after the sores have healed. Bleaching sheets and pillowcases and cleaning pillows thoroughly is advised. Bleaching their underwear is a good idea, as many children will get the sores on their genitals, even if they don't it can still be transmitted via worn clothing in some cases. To be safe, bleach everything they come in contact with until the sores are healed.

I hope they feel better.
07/18/2011
Contributor: Tori Rebel Tori Rebel
It's going around in a lot of the kids where I live so several of my friends kids, plus my ex's kids have had it already this season! It's rampant. I know my ex-husband had it when he was a child as well, but I don't remember it being as prevalent then. While luckily it is just a virus that will clear on it's own, it's still no fun at all and I hope your kiddo perks up again soon!!!
07/18/2011
Contributor: Rossie Rossie
Quote:
Originally posted by K101
Well thank you hon! It's strange how I came across your comment here. I had written this poll/discussion several hours ago, but didn't come back to check it. I had actually saw one of your discussions about getting to know people before ... more
Ibuprofen is suppose to be better and safer for kids than Tylenol, hope it'll speed up relieving your children's discomfort.
07/18/2011
Contributor: Ansley Ansley
How you have an eleven year old if you're only 21? *so confused*
07/18/2011
Contributor: JessCee JessCee
Quote:
Originally posted by Ansley
How you have an eleven year old if you're only 21? *so confused*
maybe a step son? when i was 20 i had a 12 year old step son... needless to say his father was quite a bit older than myself.
07/18/2011
Contributor: Miss Morphine Miss Morphine
I hope you're all well again soon. I've never heard of this illness before, but sick kids are never fun.
07/19/2011
Contributor: LostBoy988 LostBoy988
Hopefully something I will never get.
07/19/2011
Contributor: froggiemoma froggiemoma
never heard of it?
07/22/2011
Contributor: sarki sarki
Haven't heard of it
Doesn't sound nice at all
07/22/2011
Contributor: Kim! Kim!
I've heard of it but the not-that-little-anymor e one and I have avoided it so far. I hope we keep this trend.
07/22/2011
Contributor: haley730 haley730
never heard of it
07/24/2011
Contributor: PassionQT PassionQT
Never had it that I know of, but I am sick right now with something. My legs ache and I'm coughing up a storm. Every now and then I get the chills. It's not a good feeling when it's 100 outside.
07/24/2011
Contributor: shySEXXaddict shySEXXaddict
Quote:
Originally posted by K101
Well, unfortunately we found out our precious angel has Hand Foot Mouth Disease. I hate it! She apparently picked it up from another kid last week. I first noticed she was teething about 3 days ago & we were going to go to the ER & we were ... more
o my goodness its going around here too!its terrible...my baby had it when he was a year...its sad to see them in pain.
08/07/2011
Contributor: shySEXXaddict shySEXXaddict
The only thing that I could do for him was popsicles for the ones in his mouth...he wouldnt eat or drink anything im assuming bcuz it hurt so bad.anyways he was will to take popsicles,and tylenol-motrin for the pain.He pretty much broke out with the most in his mouth.There is so much stuff going around its crazy.my baby who is now 18months just got over having a fever for 9days.it would range from 100 to 104..no lie!he had blood work,tests everything came back fine.They had no idea what was wrong with him.Hes been good the last couple days..hopefully it stays that way.but it is always scary when your child is sick with something and you feel bad bcuz theres only so much you can do.good luck
08/07/2011
Contributor: Kdlips Kdlips
I never nor have my kids but my sisters baby girl had it.
08/12/2011
Contributor: EdenG EdenG
I've never heard about this, but it is good to know!
08/12/2011
Contributor: El-Jaro El-Jaro
Did everything get better now, 3 weeks on?
08/12/2011
Contributor: K101 K101
Quote:
Originally posted by Ansley
How you have an eleven year old if you're only 21? *so confused*
Not biological. There is a such thing as raising a child that isn't your biological child. What is it with everybody here having such an issue over that?

Thanks for the responses though. And yes, it's been months now, but everything is all cleared up. It was a miserable few weeks though!
10/08/2011
Contributor: K101 K101
Quote:
Originally posted by shySEXXaddict
The only thing that I could do for him was popsicles for the ones in his mouth...he wouldnt eat or drink anything im assuming bcuz it hurt so bad.anyways he was will to take popsicles,and tylenol-motrin for the pain.He pretty much broke out with the ... more
It's been a long time since I posted the poll, but I'm here now!

I'm so sorry to hear that! That must be awful. You guys will be in my thoughts. I hope they find out the problem and fix him right up With the HFMD ours wouldn't eat for days either and I was getting very worried because that's highly unlike them! Lol. I thought it'd never end. The youngest, she ended up well in a few days, but the older (boy) was in pain for more than 2 weeks and had terrible mouth sores.

Yes, it is very scary when they get sick. I hate it. I sure hope things are all OK with yours by now. ...
10/08/2011
Contributor: unfulfilled unfulfilled
I haven't had it, nor my kids but there was an outbreak at the preschool a few weeks ago and they sent a letter out informing us parents to be on the lookout.
10/08/2011
Contributor: Yaoi Pervette (deleted) Yaoi Pervette (deleted)
I've heard of it, but I've never known anyone who had it.
10/08/2011