Question
My child, who is 2 years old, had hand, foot, and mouth disease a week ago and has had a slight cough. They have been vomiting yesterday and today and I’m unsure if it’s due to a cold or something they ate. Previous treatment included a blood routine check at Lishui Hospital, which was normal, no fever, no drug allergies, and no family history of hereditary diseases. I would like to get some help: the doctor prescribed Lan Qin Oral Liquid, but the child refused to drink it. Later, we went to a clinic where they prescribed Paracetamol Yellow Sodium Granules and Cefaclor Granules, but she also refused to take them. Please give me some advice.
Answer
For a simple case of hand, foot, and mouth disease with mild symptoms, medication is not necessary; just ensure the child drinks plenty of water and observe closely. If fever or cough reoccurs, medication is required. Currently, the child is experiencing cough and dry vomiting symptoms. Considering the blood routine test results, antiviral medication is needed because viruses can easily lead to bacterial infections, thereby worsening the condition. Since the child has difficulty taking oral medication, it is recommended that they receive intravenous fluid therapy.