A few weeks ago my grandson, Jax, was diagnosed with hand foot mouth disease and his pediatrician told his parents that adults don't get the disease.
Well, I woke up with the lovely blisters on my hands, feet and in my mouth and throat yesterday. After posting on Facebook about it I've found out that more than one pediatrician has told parents they wouldn't get the disease and some have been told they would break out with the blisters/rash.
Although I'm quite the enigma, I'm not the only adult who has ever broken out with it. A cousin of mine commented on my status saying that she had gotten from her nephew.
Here's what to expect if you do get it since it is apparently going around:
1. While the blisters are small and look harmless, they're somewhat painful. It hurts to hold my knitting needles and do something I enjoy.
2. Stay hydrated. I haven't had an appetite at all but it's important to keep some fluids in. If you do eat, you may want to stick with the more bland foods. Sticking a pizza down a blistered up throat sucks.
3. You may not have the rash or blisters in all areas and you may even have them in extra areas.
4. You will be contagious for seven to 10 days. Limit contact with as few of people as you can.
5. Wash your hands often.
6. Other symptoms you may have: low grade fever, chills, sore throat and fatigue.
