Question
How should hand, foot, and mouth disease be treated early?
Answer
Early symptoms of hand, foot, and mouth disease include low-grade fever, discomfort, decreased appetite, and throat pain. Subsequently, the mouth develops vesicular rashes that transform into small ulcers. Red rashes with fluid-filled vesicles then appear on the palms and soles of the feet. Sometimes, similar rashes can appear on the buttocks. The focus of treatment is to alleviate symptoms, including the use of painkillers and antipyretics, as well as maintaining oral hygiene and adequate fluid intake.