Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Several school children were found suffering from a viral infection known as the ‘Tomato Virus’ in Bhopal, leading schools to alert parents about its spread on Thursday.

What is Tomato Virus?

The disease, medically called Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD), causes red rashes on the hands, feet, soles, under the neck, and inside the mouth. These rashes later turn into blisters.

Children also suffer from itching, burning, fever, sore throat, and pain. Read Also Madhya Pradesh October 3, 2025 Weather Updates: Two Cyclonic Circulations Active; Extremely Heavy...

How does it spread?

The infection spreads easily from one child to another. Because of this, schools have advised parents to keep children with such symptoms at home to stop further spread.

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