Question
My child has hand, foot, and mouth disease. Is it okay to just get IV fluids at the hospital without being admitted? The doctor didn’t suggest hospitalization but just for IV fluids, and the child is still feverish. What should I do if my child has hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Considering the above situation, hand, foot, and mouth disease is caused by viral infection and requires antiviral treatment. It is recommended that you have an active antiviral treatment. If the IV fluids are administered with antiviral medication, there’s usually no need for antibiotics, but it’s important to have digestive vitamins. Since the child is affected by hand, foot, and mouth disease, parents must take their child to a doctor immediately for treatment to avoid various misconceptions and to receive timely symptomatic treatment. For parents, it’s essential to provide plenty of care and attention to the child and do everything possible to help the child receive timely treatment for the disease.