Question
After receiving the vaccine, the baby develops small red spots on the mouth and hands. What is this situation?
Answer
According to the doctor’s diagnosis, the baby may have a mild case of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease. This illness has multiple modes of transmission, including respiratory, digestive, and contact routes. The baby might have been infected through one of these pathways. Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a self-limiting illness without a specific cure; it usually resolves within a week. It is recommended to keep the baby well-hydrated and provide easily digestible foods while avoiding stimulating foods. To understand the specific cause, it is advised to take the baby to the hospital for a check-up and follow the doctor’s treatment suggestions.