Question
How should Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease be treated? Is it serious if there are small blisters?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is caused by a viral infection. The virus is self-limiting, usually healing on its own within about 7 days. Treatment can involve giving the child antiviral medication and antibiotics. In terms of care, it’s important to encourage the child to drink plenty of plain water, avoid high-calorie and high-protein foods, and eat a diet that is light and easy to digest, such as congee or noodles. Additionally, clean the child’s mouth twice a day. Since Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease can affect children, parents should take their child to a doctor immediately rather than self-medicate and closely monitor their child’s symptoms to help them receive timely treatment.