Question
A four-year-old child was found to have blisters on the throat yesterday, suspected to be hand, foot, and mouth disease. After diagnosis by a doctor, it was recommended to observe at home. By noon of the same day, three red spots appeared on the palm of one hand, while the other hand showed no such symptoms. The child then developed a fever, which subsided by the early morning. As the symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease seem to be improving, should the child still go to the hospital for examination?
Answer
Considering the child is still young, there is a risk of complications if not examined in time. It is recommended that parents take the child to a specialized hospital for a detailed examination and follow the doctor’s instructions for treatment. In daily life, you can give the child a moderate amount of juice to supplement vitamins and prevent diarrhea. Hand, foot, and mouth disease has a significant impact on children’s health, so avoid self-medication and pay attention to personal hygiene and dietary adjustment to help the child recover as soon as possible.