How to Treat Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease in Children?

Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an eruptive infectious disease primarily caused by the Coxsackie virus. It can occur year-round, but is most prevalent during the summer and autumn months. After contracting hand, foot, and mouth disease, children may exhibit symptoms such as fever, papules and blisters on the buttocks and around the mouth, and also on the extremities. Blisters and papules may appear in the oropharynx, leading to symptoms like refusal to eat, high fever, and oral pain. Typically, hand, foot, and mouth disease is categorized into two types; most cases are mild and can heal spontaneously within 5-7 days. If infected with hand, foot, and mouth disease, it is important to seek medical attention promptly, avoid contact with others, and generally require isolation for 2 weeks.
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