Question

Is it easy to treat hand, foot, and mouth disease in a 3-year-old child?

Answer

If a 3-year-old child contracts hand, foot, and mouth disease, it is recommended to keep a relaxed mindset. Generally, timely treatment poses no significant risk. You can administer oral antiviral medication or inject antiviral intramuscularly. Apply antiviral ointment topically. Wash the child’s hands and feet with soap and water daily. Encourage the child to drink plenty of plain water, consume more vegetables and fruits, and eat less greasy and spicy food. Try to avoid taking the child to crowded places, and ensure good ventilation indoors. Typically, the child will recover completely within about a month.