Question
My son has been infected with hand, foot, and mouth disease for several days. He has blisters on his fingers and palms, and there are also blisters in his mouth. I am asking about suitable medication.
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is a common infectious disease caused by various enteroviruses, especially prevalent among children under 4 years old. It is most common during the summer and autumn months, with September being the peak period. Children may experience symptoms such as fever, sore throat, rashes or blisters on the hands, feet, and mouth. Treatment usually focuses on symptomatic relief, such as using fever-reducing drugs and antiviral medications, but should be conducted under a doctor’s guidance.