Question
The child has had hand, foot, and mouth disease for over a week and has been receiving treatment in the hospital, but there is still no cure. What should I do? Doctor, how long does it usually take to treat hand, foot, and mouth disease? Are there any home remedies for treating hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Do not blindly believe in home remedies for treating hand, foot, and mouth disease; some remedies are unscientific and may cause adverse reactions. Hand, foot, and mouth disease is primarily caused by viral infection, so antiviral medications should be taken. Any illness requires time to gradually improve; do not worry. Pay more attention to the cleanliness and hygiene of the hands and feet, gargle with saltwater; salt has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.