Question
A 1-year-old 11-month-old girl went to bed last night and noticed a small bubble on her foot that somewhat resembles eczema. She thought it was eczema and didn’t see a doctor. By afternoon, she started to burp, prompting a visit to the doctor who diagnosed it as Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease. However, she didn’t have a fever or runny nose; she had ulcers in her mouth. That night, blisters reappeared on her hands. What medication can be used to treat Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease? Or is there any ointment that can be applied? How long does it typically take to heal?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is an illness caused by enteroviruses. It primarily presents as blisters on the hands, feet, and mouth areas. Moderate exercise can help lower the body’s immunity. It’s important to wash hands, drink hot water, ventilate, and dry clothes and bedding regularly to prevent infection. The disease can significantly affect children, so it’s recommended that family members take the child to a specialist for a follow-up visit and treatment under a doctor’s guidance. In daily life, children can be given some juice to aid in vitamin digestion and prevent diarrhea. Wishing for a quick recovery for the child!