India, Oct. 19 -- A noticeable rise in Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease (HFMD) cases has put parents and health professionals on alert across Assam, with Guwahati and Dibrugarh reporting the highest numbers.

While the exact case count remains unknown due to limited laboratory testing, pediatricians confirmed a steady stream of clinically diagnosed HFMD infections among children, particularly those attending schools and daycare centres, as reported by The Assam Tribune.

Dr. Yasin Ali from Health City Hospital in Guwahati revealed that HFMD cases have been appearing for over a month.

"Although there has been a slight dip this week, the disease continues to spread quickly. It's caused by the Coxsackie virus and transmits through direct contac...