Questions
Can a child with hand, foot, and mouth disease take a bath? The child is in good spirits, has a fever, red spots on the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, and buttocks, and has poor appetite. The situation and effect of treatment on June 11th in the afternoon were as follows: diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, administered with Xiyanping Injection for intramuscular injection. Is hospitalization necessary for treatment, and can the child take a bath?
Answers
Mild hand, foot, and mouth disease does not require hospitalization. Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a viral infection. If there are no severe symptoms such as fever and poor spirits, the child can be treated at home; antibiotics are not effective for hand, foot, and mouth disease. At home, pay attention to oral hygiene by washing the face with saltwater. If the child has ulcers in the mouth, it may interfere with appetite. Therefore, during the illness, children may not want to eat much food, and parents should not be overly worried; it is okay to take a bath, but be careful not to let the child catch a cold from the chill. Hand, foot, and mouth disease can greatly disturb children. Once a mother notices her child’s symptoms, she should immediately take the child to a regular hospital for diagnosis. At the same time, pay more attention to the child’s care issues. It is recommended to have proper diet and maintain a good mental state to avoid exacerbation of the condition.