How to Care and Treat Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

Question

The child is not feverish, but has ulcers in the mouth, now on the third day. There are red rashes on the hands and knees, and there are obvious ulcers in the mouth. The doctor has prescribed ceftriaxone and ribavirin tablets, as well as a mouth ointment. Is this treatment effective? The parents are very worried, do they need to be referred to another hospital?

Answer

Your child’s condition is hand, foot, and mouth disease, which is often caused by viral infection. It is recommended to take antiviral oral liquid and antibiotics for treatment. During the treatment period, pay attention to giving your child plenty of fluids and a light diet. Since your child is troubled by hand, foot, and mouth disease, it is crucial for parents to take their child for immediate medical treatment to prevent blind medication to alleviate symptoms. For parents, it is important to provide enough care and attention to the child and do everything possible to help them receive timely treatment for the disease.