What to Do If a Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Child Has a Swollen Tongue

Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, characterized by oral pain, decreased appetite, low fever, and small blisters or ulcers on the hands, feet, and mouth. Most children recover spontaneously within a week. Treatment mainly involves symptomatic care and oral hygiene. If necessary, apply gentian violet glycerin inside the mouth to prevent infection. Parents should take their children to the doctor promptly to avoid delaying the condition.
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