Question

My son is 6 years old and has contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease at school. Initially, the symptoms were only on his hands and feet, but now they are all over his body. What should I do?

Answer

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a viral infectious disease primarily characterized by fever and rashes. For your child, the following measures are recommended:

  1. Immediately take your child to a regular hospital for a medical consultation to receive professional medical advice and treatment.
  2. Due to the contagious nature of hand, foot, and mouth disease, it is advisable to be hospitalized for observation to prevent further spread of the virus.
  3. Consider combining traditional Chinese and Western medicine treatments to accelerate your child’s recovery process.
  4. During treatment, avoid allowing your child to come into contact with other children to reduce the risk of disease transmission.
  5. Parents should pay attention to their child’s diet, ensuring that the child receives enough nutrition to aid in body recovery. Follow the doctor’s instructions and closely monitor your child’s condition changes. Hope your child recovers soon.