Question
My baby had a high fever two days ago with hand, foot, and mouth disease, but is not feverish today. Do they need to be hospitalized? Previous treatment and effectiveness: Taking medicine. How can it help: Do they need to be hospitalized?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a contagious illness caused by enteroviruses. It primarily spreads through the digestive and respiratory tracts, as well as close contact. Clinical symptoms mainly include fever, rash on the mouth and extremities, blisters in severe cases can lead to meningitis, encephalitis, poliomyelitis, pulmonary edema, and circulatory disorders. Your child’s symptoms are relatively mild. They should get adequate rest, frequently wash their hands and ventilate the room, maintain a light diet, take good care of their mouth and skin, and drink plenty of water to enhance toxin metabolism. Many antiviral medications can be used. There is no need for hospitalization at this time.