Question
How severe are the rashes caused by hand, foot, and mouth disease? When will they disappear?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, commonly affecting children under 5 years old. Symptoms include sore throat, low fever, loss of appetite, and sores or small ulcers on the hands, feet, and mouth. Most children can recover within a week. Treatment may include applying oral ulcer ointment, taking antiviral medication and herbal medicine to clear heat and detoxify, as well as supplementing with vitamins B and C. It is also important to maintain good personal hygiene for the child, regularly washing and changing clothes and bedding, and eating a light diet.