Question

How should hand, foot, and mouth disease be treated?

Answer

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses. It is most common in children under the age of 5. It can cause rashes on the hands, feet, and mouth. In rare cases, it may lead to complications such as myocarditis, pulmonary edema, or aseptic meningitis of the brain. Children may have fever, mouth sores, loss of appetite, and reluctance to eat.

Prevention and Precautions

  • Maintain good personal hygiene habits and wash hands frequently.
  • Keep the environment clean to prevent the spread of the virus.
  • When a child is sick, try to keep them at home and avoid public places.
  • Diet should be light, mild, and easy to digest; avoid spicy, salty, and other irritating foods.
  • Pay attention to changes in a child’s condition; if severe symptoms appear, seek medical attention promptly.