Question

Started to have a fever after 4 PM, have already been injected with a fever-reducing shot, and admitted to the local hospital. The doctor diagnosed it as hand, foot, and mouth disease. The fever has been ongoing from last night until this morning, with a small number of blisters on the hands and feet, and more so in the mouth. What treatment measures should be taken at this point?

Answer

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, with Coxsackievirus A16 and Enterovirus 71 being the most common types. It is most prevalent in children under 5 years old, presenting with symptoms such as mouth pain, loss of appetite, low fever, small blisters or ulcers on the hands, feet, and mouth. Most children recover within about a week, but a few may develop complications such as myocarditis, pulmonary edema, aseptic meningitis of the brain, etc. In some severe cases, the condition can progress rapidly and even lead to death. Hand, foot, and mouth disease carries certain risks with potentially serious consequences. Parents should remain vigilant and seek medical attention promptly. It is recommended to continue receiving regular treatment in the hospital and closely monitor the child’s condition.