Question 1

what are the symptoms of herpangina?

Accepted Answer

Oral pain: Herpangina is a viral infection of the mouth and results in small, painful blisters.  There is no treatment, only supportive measures, such as cold products, Ibuprofen and topical analgesics such as those used for teething.

Question 2

herpangina highly contagious?

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yes: Caused by coxsackie virus  passed on in same household -of short duration with vesicles in hard and soft palate preceded by ulcers not that painful -last only a few days -no treatment necessary.

Question 3

is herpangina contagious in adults?

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For kids: Kids usually have this virus and it is self limiting. In other words there are no effective treatments for this. Antivirals don't do well against it nor antibiotics. Adults have much less to worry about with this enterovirus.

Question 4

herpangina cause rash on body?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Herpangina  is similar to hand foot and mouth disease. It is often seen in children 3-10 years old but can occur at any age. See you primary care physician for a examination and definitive diagnosis.

Question 5

what is the treatment for herpangina?

Accepted Answer

Symptom relief only: Herpangina is a viral infection of the mouth and results in small, painful blisters.  There is no treatment, only supportive measures, such as cold products, Ibuprofen and topical analgesics such as those used for teething.

Question 6

can men pass herpangina through their penis ?

Accepted Answer

No. : Herpangina is a viral infection commonly seen in children. It can affect adults.  The virus is contagious and is passed through salivary contact, usually.  The virus isn't transmitted sexually and isn't the same  as the herpes virus.

Question 7

how long is a toddler with herpangina contagious?

Accepted Answer

Several weeks: The causes of herpangina vary but generally children are contagious up to a week before there even symptomatic and can still spread the virus several weeks after the initial infection.  Good hand hygiene with frequent handwashing with soap and water is very important in decreasing the spread of this viral infection since it can be spread for so long.

Question 8

what can be done for my 4yo son who got infected by herpangina?

Accepted Answer

HERPANGINA: It is a coxsackie virus infection with painful lesions in the pharyngeal mucosa and high fever. Treatment is symptomatic , heals in few days.

Question 9

my daughter has herpangina, how long is she contagious for? and should she stay at home away from all kids?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Can be as long as 10-14 days.Best avoid others until ulcers dry.These numbers are generalizations.

Question 10

what is herpangina?

Accepted Answer

Viral infection : Herpangina is a viral infection that causes painful blisters and sores in the mouth. It is usually self limiting and goes away by itself. Using mouth rinses with a numbing chemical (lidocaine)may help.

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