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A member asked:

Hand foot and mouth disease. my son was exposed to it 7 days ago. how long do i have to wait before i know he didn't catch it?

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Hand foot mouth dis: The incubation period can be as long as 3 weeks at times.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 8/18/2012

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Dr. Marybeth Crane answered

Specializes in Podiatry

3 to 6 days: The incubation period for hand- foot and mouth disease is 3-6 days. If he was exposed 7 days ago most likely he is ok but for sure after 10 days.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/26/2012

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