Question
My baby has developed clear blisters on their hands and soles that have been present for over a month. There are no symptoms of fever, vomiting, or decreased appetite. The blisters have scabbed over in a few days but have recurred. Initially, blisters were present on the hands, feet, and back, but the blisters on the back have diminished. Is this hand, foot, and mouth disease? How should it be treated?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common illness in infants and young children. Treatment methods include: 1) taking traditional Chinese medicine or oral medications as necessary; 2) visiting the hospital for diagnosis and treatment, and strictly following the doctor’s instructions for medication and bed rest; 3) applying oral medications to the affected areas in the mouth; 4) maintaining oral and skin hygiene by cleaning the mouth with physiological saline solution every day. At the same time, it is important to care for the patient to prevent them from scratching the skin blisters to avoid breaking them open and causing infection.