Patient's question:
Child has had a fever for 3 days. Doctor said it's hand, foot, and mouth disease. How long will it last? Is this situation serious? The child is 1 year and 5 and a half months old. The first high fever was during lunchtime nap. The second was at 10:30 PM that same day. The third was at 10:30 PM the next day. What kind of help is needed: When will this condition improve? Is it serious?Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, most commonly occurring in children under the age of five. It is primarily transmitted through close contact with infected children, as well as exposure to their clothing and secretions. The main symptoms include low fever and red rashes, the size of rice grains or needle tips, appearing on the mouth, palms, and soles of the feet! The blisters can heal on their own within a week, but it is essential to pay attention to fever reduction treatment. Under no circumstances should the blisters be picked, and the child should be cautious about a light diet, frequent changes of clothing, frequent handwashing, drinking hot water, and ensuring good ventilation. A comfortable environment should be maintained to prevent the recurrence of complications.