Inquiry
The child contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease a week ago. The initial test results were negative, but the retest today showed positive results. I am unsure of the severity of the condition.
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an illness caused by viral infection, which is typically diagnosed by examining throat secretions, vesicle secretions, or the viral load in feces. Even if the initial test results are negative, subsequent tests can still show positive results. It is recommended to communicate with the attending physician to confirm the condition and receive appropriate treatment, while closely monitoring the child’s condition changes.