Question
A 28-month-old child has contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease. The presence of multiple blisters in the mouth has led to a decrease in appetite. How should the diet be adjusted?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease typically has a self-healing tendency and usually takes about a week. In the recent period, it is recommended to provide light foods, eat in small portions but more frequently, and treat symptoms accordingly. Avoid spicy and cold foods, maintain a light diet, keep a regular lifestyle, maintain emotional stability, avoid overexertion and anger, and pay attention to personal hygiene. Since hand, foot, and mouth disease has a greater impact on children, it is suggested that parents take their child to a specialist for a follow-up examination and receive treatment under the guidance of a physician. In daily life, it is important to give the child enough care and attention, especially focusing on their dietary issues, hoping that the child can recover as soon as possible.