Question
Can hand, foot, and mouth disease cause peeling around the fingers? My baby had a fever on the evening of October 31st, with blisters in the throat but no swelling in the limbs. Then on the 2nd, red spots with peeling appeared on the buttocks and limbs. After going to the hospital and receiving three days of intravenous drip treatment, the red spots have changed color and the blisters have disappeared, but now the skin around the fingers has started to peel off. Does this mean the disease hasn’t healed yet?
Answer
During hand, foot, and mouth disease, there is no pus in the blisters on the limbs. During the healing process, there may be a recurrence of peeling. It will naturally heal. It is recommended to focus on treatment for 3-5 days, and if there are any special symptoms, treat them promptly. It is not advisable to take children to crowded places or public places with poor air circulation. Pay attention to always keeping the home environment clean, frequently ventilating the living space, and regularly drying clothes and bedding.