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Hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) is caused by viruses from a group called enteroviruses. HFMD is common in infants and children, but can also affect adults. Symptoms can include fever, sore throat, and blistering sores in the mouth that become ulcers. A rash may appear on the palms and soles of the hands and feet.
Symptoms of hand, foot and mouth disease. Hand foot and mouth disease (HFMD) is a viral illness commonly affecting children below 10 years. Although it can affect teenagers and adults as well, this age group often has milder symptoms. Adults rarely get this infection as they have been exposed to it in their childhood.