Question
My baby had hand, foot, and mouth disease earlier. After the fever subsided and the rash on the hands disappeared, the baby still has a persistent cough. A week of intravenous treatment has not been effective. How should I treat it?
Answer
The baby may have a secondary mycoplasma infection after hand, foot, and mouth disease. Blood tests should be conducted for confirmation, and treatment with azithromycin or erythromycin should be administered based on the test results. It is recommended to bring the child to a specialist for a follow-up consultation and treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Pay attention to caring for the baby in daily life and monitor their diet, hoping the child can recover quickly.