Question
My baby has been diagnosed with Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease. Now there are many blisters in his mouth, and the child is often in pain and unable to eat. How should I treat Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in children?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in children is recommended to be treated symptomatically, with the most important being fever reduction. Choose cough suppressants and antipyretic and detoxification medications based on the symptoms. Additionally, ensure proper oral and skin care, choose a light diet, and be mindful to isolate the child’s hands and feet. This disease is caused by viral infection and generally does not require antibiotics; if bacterial infection occurs on top of viral infection, antibiotics can be used according to the following instructions from a doctor.