Question
My child is 4 years old and contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease at kindergarten. After treatment, they recovered, but now they have a fever again. What should I do?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is caused by a virus and may recur when the body’s resistance is weak. Maintain clean skin and avoid scratching to prevent infection. You can use calamine lotion for treatment and take antiviral oral liquids under a doctor’s guidance. For fever, you can use lukewarm water to bathe for fever reduction. During the recovery period, it’s best to stick to light meals, consume more vegetables and fruits to supplement vitamins, and pay attention to warmth and hygiene.