Question
My child has had hand, foot, and mouth disease with persistent fever for two days after intravenous treatment, with a body temperature of about 38 degrees. What should I do?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enterovirus, characterized by red rash and ulcers in the hands, feet, and mouth. Treatment methods include active antiviral therapy, isolation of the patient to prevent transmission, medication to control body temperature, and consideration of traditional Chinese medicine like Xiao’er Yanbian Granule, Qingkailing Oral Liquid, and Banlangen Decoction. If a child is found to be infected with hand, foot, and mouth disease, they should be taken to the hospital immediately for professional treatment and attention should be paid to dietary adjustment. It is recommended to adopt appropriate diet and avoid consuming cold foods to help the child recover quickly.