Starting Signs Of Hand Foot And Mouth. Persistent fever (38°c or above for 72 hours or more), abnormal movements / jerking movements, The rash may also appear on the back side of the hands and on arms and legs.

Small painful sores (ulcers) on the throat and tonsils; The disease is common in this age group because it takes time for the human body to develop immunity to the viruses that cause hfmd. Most children have mild symptoms for 7.