Patient's question:
The child has mild hand, foot, and mouth disease, and the doctor prescribed two days of powder and capsules. The powder has been finished, but the capsules are refused by the baby due to the unpleasant taste (while also taking antiviral oral liquid). The symptoms have subsided. Should we focus on taking the doctor-prescribed medicine or self-administer antiviral oral medicine at home? What medicine is better?Past treatment history and effectiveness: None.
What kind of assistance is needed: Guidance on follow-up treatment.
Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you described, in cases like yours, it is recommended to treat at home with medication. Advice: Hello, apply or to the affected area in the mouth 2-3 times a day. If necessary, you can take traditional Chinese medicine, such as , , , etc. Pay attention to oral hygiene, clean your mouth with physiological saline daily, and also take care of the patient to prevent them from scratching the skin blisters, which could lead to rupture and infection.