Question
It’s been a week since my child had hand, foot, and mouth disease. The blisters have dried up and there are no more on the mouth. Do I still need to take the medicine?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is self-limiting, and even without medication, recovery can occur in about a week. If your baby has recovered from hand, foot, and mouth disease, there is no need for further medication to treat it. They can go back to kindergarten without the risk of transmitting the disease to other children. Since hand, foot, and mouth disease can be harmful to children, it is essential for family members to take their child for timely medical treatment. Avoiding various misconceptions, it is important to treat symptoms promptly. For parents, it is crucial to pay close attention to any changes in their child’s condition and do everything possible to help them recover from the illness promptly.