Question
How to Treat Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in Children?
Answer
Antiviral medications such as ribavirin and virucide can be taken. If fever is present, some cooling and detoxifying Chinese herbs can be used. Hand, foot, and mouth disease may be associated with myocarditis, encephalitis, meningitis, and other conditions. It is important to receive symptomatic treatment promptly and take B-complex vitamins to promote recovery.