Question
If a child shows symptoms of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, such as blisters on the hands, feet, buttocks, and inside the mouth accompanied by pain, how should treatment be conducted?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, primarily affecting children. When treating Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, antiviral medications such as antiviral oral solutions should be used to shorten the course of the disease and prevent complications such as viral myocarditis or viral encephalitis. Parents should take their child to a doctor immediately and avoid self-medication. At the same time, provide the child with adequate care and attention to help them recover from the illness promptly.