10 Herpangina Symptoms
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Drooling
Drooling is a herpangina symptom more common in infants. This sign shouldn't concern parents. It's the natural reaction to mouth blisters. Depending on the number of sores, the infant may drool a little or a lot.
To manage the drooling, regularly wipe around the mouth to prevent a facial rash. Most infections clear up in about a week. If the drooling is excessive, speak with a medical professional to rule out other causes.
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