Question
My baby, who is three months old, accidentally contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease after playing at a friend’s house. He has symptoms like fever and red rashes on his hands and feet. What should I do for treatment?
Answer
Babies infected with hand, foot, and mouth disease primarily require symptomatic treatment and maintaining oral hygiene to prevent bacterial infections. After each meal, use warm water to rinse the baby’s mouth, and frequently change into clean and comfortable clothing to avoid scratching and causing re-infection. For babies with rashes on the buttocks, keep the area clean and dry, and ensure they drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, seek medical attention promptly. Under the guidance of a doctor, take antipyretic medication and pay attention to changes in the condition.