Question
A 3-year-old baby had a fever (39 degrees) for one night. The next morning, there were small rashes on the back of the hands, palms, elbows, front soles of the feet, knees, buttocks, and inside the mouth. The baby sometimes itches and scratches. The blisters in the mouth are painful when eating. Suspected to be hand, foot, and mouth disease. How should it be handled?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease typically begins with symptoms of upper respiratory tract infection, followed by blisters appearing on the hands, feet, inside the mouth, buttocks, and other areas. Active antiviral treatment is required, along with maintaining oral hygiene, drinking plenty of water, and regularly measuring body temperature to aid recovery. If diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, immediate medical treatment should be sought in collaboration with a doctor. Pay attention to a balanced diet and avoid picky eating habits. Additionally, personal hygiene should be maintained to prevent the spread of bacteria.