Question
Lately, my baby has developed some red rashes on their body. They started on the arms and have gradually spread all over. There are also some blisters, along with fever and cold symptoms. Sometimes, they even vomit white foam. Upon hospital examination, it turned out to be hand, foot, and mouth disease in children. How should I treat hand, foot, and mouth disease in children?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a viral infectious disease. In the early stages, it usually presents with recurrent low-grade fever, accompanied by red macules in the mouth, hands, and feet. To treat hand, foot, and mouth disease in children, the first step is to reduce the fever promptly, followed by antiviral treatment. During the treatment period, it is crucial to avoid cross-infection, drink plenty of water, pay attention to nutrition supplementation, rest adequately, and avoid overexertion and staying up late. At the same time, you should constantly observe your child’s condition and mental state and regularly visit the hospital for check-ups.