Question
My son has been running a fever for nearly a week, and my wife and I thought it was just a common cold. However, the high fever doesn’t seem to go away. After a thorough check-up, the doctor said it’s Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease. Both my wife and I were quite surprised, and we want to ask the doctor about the treatment for Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is an upper respiratory tract inflammation caused by viral infection, requiring symptomatic treatment and fever reduction. Appropriate treatment includes taking oral antiviral medications, as well as oral fever-reducing drugs. During the treatment period, attention should be paid to keeping warm and choosing light and easy-to-digest soft foods for meals. Parents need to pay close attention to this situation. In case of necessity, it is advisable to visit the hospital or even be hospitalized to avoid complications such as pneumonia, meningitis, and myocarditis.