Question
After taking the medication prescribed by the doctor, the fever symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease have disappeared, but the number of blisters has increased. Does this mean that the condition is improving?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, often accompanied by fever and the appearance of blisters on the hands, feet, buttocks, and mouth. An increase in the number of blisters may be a stage in the progression of the disease and should not be simply considered as an improvement. It is recommended to closely monitor the child’s mental state and other symptoms, and to go to the hospital for further examination and treatment. Treatment should primarily focus on antiviral measures. Hand, foot, and mouth disease has a significant impact on children, so parents should bring their children to a specialized hospital for diagnosis and treatment under the guidance of a doctor. In daily life, it is important to provide children with adequate care and attention, especially paying attention to their diet and health. We hope that children can recover as soon as possible.