Patient's question:
The child is three months old... diagnosed with hand, foot, and mouth disease, and received intravenous fluids for four days. When at home, the child vomits when taking medication. Additionally, the child feels weak.Doctor's answer:
Hand, foot, and mouth disease is an infectious disease caused by enteroviruses, commonly occurring in children. The most effective treatment for hand, foot, and mouth disease is traditional Chinese medicine. Generally, it involves a combination of oral medication and topical application to the mouth. Patients without complications can be cured within about a week, with a good prognosis. Antiviral drugs can also be used for treatment.It is important to have the child rinse their mouth with warm water at regular intervals. Avoid consuming cold, spicy, or irritating foods, as well as salty foods, to prevent pain and refusal to eat. The diet should be easy to digest, with light, soft, and warm meals, and plenty of warm water should be consumed.