Question
A three-year-old boy is experiencing mouth pain and has a fever of 37.9 degrees. The doctor diagnosed him with hand, foot, and mouth disease. How was the treatment in the past?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, commonly seen in children under five years old, leading to blisters on the hands, feet, and mouth. In rare severe cases, it may trigger complications such as myocarditis, pulmonary edema, and aseptic meningitis. After treatment, it is recommended to develop good hygiene habits, including washing hands before meals and after using the toilet, not drinking unboiled water, not eating cold and raw food, frequently drying clothes and bedding, and keeping the indoor air circulating.