Question
My child has been continuously sneezing, crying restlessly, and developing red rashes on their body. They also have a fever and cough. Although they have been treated by a doctor and taken the prescribed medication, the symptoms have recurred shortly after they seemed to improve. Do these symptoms suggest that my child has hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
These symptoms indeed resemble those of hand, foot, and mouth disease, as the illness can sometimes be subtle, resembling a cold with rashes appearing on the hands, feet, and buttocks accompanied by fever. It is recommended that you take your child to the hospital for a detailed examination so that appropriate treatment can be administered. At the same time, ensure your child drinks plenty of water and monitor their temperature closely. If the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, fever-reducing medication should be used.