Question
What should you do if a six-month-old baby contracts hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses. In terms of treatment, isolation measures should be taken, and those in contact with the baby should pay attention to disinfection and isolation to prevent cross-infection. It is recommended to take the child to a contagious disease clinic for a follow-up examination. Encourage the child to drink plenty of water, ensure adequate rest, provide proper nutrition, wear loose and breathable clothing, and maintain the baby’s hygiene. If symptoms such as difficulty in waking up, tremors in hands and feet, loss of appetite, vomiting occur, use intravenous immunoglobulin promptly.