Question
How to understand hand, foot, and mouth disease?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, primarily affecting children. Symptoms include oral ulcers, rashes on the hands, feet, and fever. There is no specific medication for treatment at present; mainly symptomatic treatment and supportive therapy are adopted. Traditional Chinese medicine treatment may also help alleviate symptoms and shorten the course of the disease. Parents should cooperate with the doctor’s treatment and pay attention to their child’s diet and hygiene habits.