How to Handle Low Fever in Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

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How to Handle Low Fever in Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

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Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a viral infection that is relatively easy to develop fever. Here are some fever-reducing methods you can try: 1. Using a cold compress can help conduct heat, but avoid using it on smaller children as they may not be able to quickly turn their bodies, which can lead to localized hypothermia or low temperature. 2. Fever-reducing patches can be used. As the moisture in the adhesive material of the fever-reducing patch evaporates, heat is carried away without excessive dissolution. 3. Drinking plenty of water helps facilitate sweating and prevent dehydration. Water has the function of regulating body temperature, helping to lower it and digesting the baby’s internal water deficiency. 4. When the child’s body temperature (rectal or ear temperature) is below 38.5℃, appropriate use of antipyretic liquids or suppositories can be considered. If there is a fever, it’s best to see a doctor. But sometimes it’s not convenient to cool down at home first.