Question
After returning from kindergarten, the child has developed many blisters and is now also running a fever. Is it hand, foot, and mouth disease? How should it be handled?
Answer
After returning from kindergarten, the child has developed blisters and a fever, which could be either chickenpox or hand, foot, and mouth disease. Hand, foot, and mouth disease is characterized by oral ulcers and red spots on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. It is recommended to observe the symptoms, take oral antiviral medications and fever-reducing drugs, apply antiviral ointments, drink plenty of water, consume fruits and vegetables, avoid greasy and spicy foods, maintain hygiene, take a bath daily, and avoid crowded places.