3 Days Of Fever in Pediatrics — 3yo Child | Pediatric Infectious | SMLE Q#608
SMLE Question #608
Pediatrics
Pediatric Infectious
Last updated: February 2026
A 3-year-old boy is brought with 3 days of fever, irritability, and painful oral sores. He refuses food and fluids due to odynophagia. Examination shows multiple small vesicles and ulcers on the gingiva, buccal mucosa, and tongue with erythematous, swollen gums that bleed easily. Clusters of vesicles and crusted lesions are present around the lips. What is the most likely diagnosis?
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