Question
My child currently has hand, foot, and mouth disease and has developed many rashes on their body, but they are not running a fever. What should I do?
Answer
From a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, this condition may be caused by wind-heat. It is advised to avoid spicy, greasy, extremely cold, and seafood foods. Drink plenty of water and consume vegetables and fruits, and take anti-viral oral liquid. If a child is affected by hand, foot, and mouth disease, parents should immediately take their child to a doctor for treatment and avoid self-medicating blindly. Pay close attention to any changes in your child’s symptoms and help them receive timely treatment for the illness.