Question

Since the afternoon two days ago, a young child has been experiencing fever symptoms. There are unclear white spots inside the mouth, resembling blisters or measles-like spots. The tongue also shows similar symptoms. The child has been continuously crying, showing poor mental state, and accompanied by drooling. How should this situation be handled?

Answer

Disease Analysis: Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a common disease in infants and young children, characterized by acute fever, scattered vesicles on the oral mucosa, and millet-sized vesicles on the palms or soles. The buttocks or knees may also be affected. The vesicles have inflammatory red halos around them, containing a small amount of fluid. Some children may also have symptoms such as coughing, runny nose, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, and headache. Treatment Suggestions: It is recommended to immediately take the child to the hospital for appropriate diagnosis and treatment.