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P Elsner, W Lechner, F Stanka

    Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift Fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, Und Verwandte Gebiete
    |March 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    A 20-year-old female contracted hand-foot-and-mouth disease. Serology confirmed the infection was caused by Coxsackie A 16 virus, a common cause of this childhood illness.

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    Area of Science:

    • Virology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Hand-foot-and-mouth disease (HFMD) is a common viral illness typically affecting infants and young children.
    • While usually mild, HFMD can occasionally occur in adults.

    Observation:

    • This report details a case of HFMD in a 20-year-old female patient.
    • The patient presented with symptoms characteristic of hand-foot-and-mouth disease.

    Findings:

    • Infection was diagnosed using serological testing.
    • Coxsackie A 16 virus was identified as the causative agent.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights that adults can contract HFMD.
    • Understanding the epidemiology of Coxsackie A 16 is crucial for public health strategies.
    • Further research into adult HFMD cases may be warranted.