Question
Can medication be used for fever in hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
If a child with hand, foot, and mouth disease has a fever, especially with moderate to high temperatures, parents should not administer medication themselves. As the condition of hand, foot, and mouth disease can change rapidly and may lead to complications such as encephalitis, self-medication at home is not advisable. If a child exhibits symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease, parents should immediately take the child to see a doctor and follow medical instructions for treatment, avoiding self-medication. For parents, providing sufficient care and attention to their child is very important, as well as helping the child receive timely treatment.