Question
My child has been continuously sneezing, crying and feeling restless, with a rash appearing on their body, accompanied by fever and cough. Although they have been to the doctor and taken the prescribed medication, the symptoms keep recurring. Do these symptoms suggest that my child has hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
These symptoms indeed resemble those of hand, foot, and mouth disease, which may present with similar cold-like symptoms and rashes on the hands, feet, and buttocks, along with fever. It is advisable to see a doctor again for a definitive diagnosis and appropriate treatment. At home, ensure that your child drinks plenty of water and closely monitor their temperature. If the temperature rises above 38.5 degrees Celsius, use fever-reducing medication.