Question
My child is three months and one year old and has been diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease. After coming home, the child vomits while taking medicine, and seems to have no energy. What should I do?
Answer
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is a common childhood infectious disease caused by enteroviruses. It usually resolves within a week and has a good prognosis. Treatment methods include taking traditional Chinese medicine internally and applying oral medications, as well as using antiviral drugs. It is recommended to regularly have the child rinse their mouth with warm water and avoid eating cold, spicy, and other irritating foods. The diet should be light and easy to digest. Drinking warm water often can help in the recovery process.