Question
A child showed symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease on the 18th, accompanied by low fever. On the 19th, ulcers appeared in the mouth and on the tongue, with fever reaching 38 degrees at night. On the 20th, the fever dropped to 37.3 degrees during the day. How should it be handled?
Answer
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is typically a self-limiting illness in mild cases, with an average course of one week and no special treatment is needed for spontaneous recovery. For the child’s symptoms, it is recommended to continue antiviral treatment and symptomatic management, while ensuring adequate hydration. Additionally, avoid taking the child outdoors to reduce the risk of infection. I hope these suggestions are helpful to parents, and wish the child a speedy recovery and healthy growth.