Question
A child suddenly develops a fever and is diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease. The child’s body is covered with small blisters. What treatment measures should be taken?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is highly contagious a few days before onset and for about a week after the disease develops. It is important to maintain good hygiene, take medication, eat a light diet, and drink plenty of water. The contagiousness decreases one week after the rash stops appearing, but one should still be vigilant about the risk of infection after scabbing. If a child is diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, they should be taken to the hospital for treatment as soon as possible. Attention should also be paid to daily care and maintaining a balanced diet to aid in the child’s recovery.