Question
The child currently has a body temperature of 39 degrees Celsius, with multiple blisters on the hands and buttocks, and a severe sore throat. The doctor initially diagnosed it as a cold and administered intravenous treatment. Could this be a symptom of hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Based on the description, it is highly likely to be hand, foot, and mouth disease. It is recommended to undergo a routine blood test for confirmation. If diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, antiviral intravenous treatment or oral antiviral medication should be taken. Hand, foot, and mouth disease is contagious, so it is important to avoid the child coming into contact with other children and to prevent blisters from bursting to avoid cross-infection and affect recovery.